Technical Support Assistant

Job Summary

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia’s top young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow. About the Team The Faculty of Engineering and IT (FEIT) is large and complex with six schools, research centres, engineering laboratories, IT laboratories and a large technical workshop. In 2018, The UTS Tech Lab came online, it is a university research facility encompassing significant engineering and IT laboratories, which has established FEIT as a key research leader. This position will sit within the Mechanical, Mechatronics and Robotics (MMR) Technical Support Cluster and will work closely with the rest of the MMR Team of 11. The Technical Support Assistant (TSA) is responsible for the operation of assigned laboratory equipment and facilities. The TSA will support and assist academic staff, undergraduate and postgraduate students in the use of laboratory facilities, and faculty staff associated with research and industrial projects. The MMR team supports mechanical and mechatronic labs and equipment. If successful in applying for this role, you will be responsible for: • Set up complex or unusual instruments, experimental apparatus, and related components of experiments in mechanical and mechatronic labs.• Help run practical classes under the direction of academic staff, including providing demonstrations on how to use manufacturing and mechatronic equipment, explaining techniques, and supporting students with their laboratory and workshop activities.• Assist academic and technical staff in performing consulting, research, and calibration work.• Perform routine equipment maintenance including; equipment calibration, replacing damaged components, and maintaining the cleanliness of equipment.• Ensure students and research staff adhere to relevant induction procedures and have completed sufficient training and supervision before using complex equipment.• Uphold a culture of safety amongst the technical support cluster, providing sound guidance to colleagues and other lab users in regard to health and safety practices. With examples, please outline within your Cover Letter, how you meet the following key selection criteria: • Demonstrated qualification or experience working practically on mechatronic systems (mechanical, software and electronics) or robotics. • Ability to troubleshoot mechatronic problems – read, write and interpret programming languages and implement programs on various robot platforms• Ability and willingness to proactively develop skills and competencies over a range of technical areas and actively apply these skills. • Ability to train staff and students in the application and use of equipment and evaluate methods and experiments, including on new technology.• Ability to work with engineering drawings as well as rough sketches and provide advice on good design practices.

Remuneration

Base Salary Range: $81,445 to $93,173 pa (HEW 5) This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities. This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.

How To Apply

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• Information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions; and
• Full details of the application process,

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Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC299324 and your name. Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au Closing Date: Tuesday 10th December at 11:59pm (AEST) Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.