Casual Technical Officer (Nursing and Midwifery)

• Casual positions on the Gold Coast, primarily in undergrad clinical skills labs
• Attractive hourly rates between $47.55-$58.49 plus 11% super
• Flexible shifts | Evenings & some mornings | Up to 28-35 hours per week

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, amazing and dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

Southern Cross University's esteemed Faculty of Health is seeking casual Technical Assistants and Technical Officers to support the practical delivery of undergraduate education in Nursing, Midwifery and other health labs as required. In these rewarding behind-the-scenes roles, you will be an instrumental part of the Faculty’s Technical and Laboratory Services group, providing technical support for students, academic staff, researchers and clinicians whilst maintaining the proficient functioning of the laboratories, studios and student teaching clinics.

Responsibilities will include setting up and dismantling practical classes, conducting high-fidelity simulations, and supporting the needs of students and academics. If you are passionate about supporting the practical delivery of education to the next generation of nurses and midwives, or if you seek flexibility in your role, this could be the ideal opportunity for you! Join us in making a difference in healthcare education.

The ideal candidates will possess the following qualifications, skills, and experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification with a minimum of two years’ experience in a nursing/midwifery technical officer role, or equivalent industry experience.
• Demonstrated practicality, flexibility and have a proactive approach to your work, welcoming new learning and problem-solving opportunities.
• Proficiency in clinical knowledge and providing technical support for hospital and clinical technologies to create and manage realistic simulated clinical environments for practical classes, research, and other activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with a collaborative teamwork mindset.
• Experience in operating and maintaining high-fidelity simulation mannequins, electronic devices, and software applications will be viewed favourably.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities.

These positions are based at our Gold Coast campus.

The casual hourly rate of a Technical Assistant (HEW 4) ranges between $47.55-$51.06 plus superannuation. The casual hourly rate of a Technical Officer (HEW 5) ranges between $52.63-58.49 per hour plus superannuation.

Offering flexibility in hours, these positions are on a casual basis and up to 35 hours per week.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online by the closing date, attaching a recent:

• CV; and
• Cover letter responding to the ‘About you’ section within this advertisement

Information to support you to prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with unrestricted work rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, Thursday 4 April 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.