Technical Assistant

• Full time (Part time will be considered)
• Continuing
• Bundoora Campus
• Salary HEO 4 range $70,957 - $ 75,072 plus 17% superannuation

About the position

This position will provide a broad range of technical, administrative, and facilities-based support to assist teaching staff and students to achieve teaching, learning and research outcomes associated mainly with the Health Cluster.

The incumbent will have responsibilities to ensure that the teaching and research needs of disciplines including physiotherapy, occupational therapy and orthoptics are met, and are consistent with service expectations and within the policies, procedures, and regulations of the University.

Routine tasks include:

• Set-up and pack-down of classes,
• Operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and
• Management of consumables.

Skills and Experience

• Completion of a Diploma level qualification with relevant work-related experience; or completion of a Certificate IV with relevant work experience; or completion of a post-trades certificate and extensive relevant experience and; on the job training; or completion of a Certificate III with extensive relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
• High level proficiency in computer software packages including word processing,spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the use of the internet as a research tool.
• A background in Health, Health Sciences, or Science/Laboratory work.

 Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm, Thursday 8th August 2024

Position Enquiries: Petra Olbrechtova, Coordinator Health – Facilities & Tech Services

via email [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant  

via Email [email protected]   

Position Description below:

 PD - Technical Assistant.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter, if you are interested in part time, please specify hours available and,
• An up-to-date resume,
• Key Selection Criteria.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.