Manager: Technical Services (HEO 8)

• Based in UniSA Clinical & Health Sciences at the City East & City West campuses
• Full-time, continuing position
• Commencement Salary: $101,110 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

The Manager: Technical Services is accountable for the successful integration, delivery and management of an extensive range of technical operations and services, including laboratory and facilities, which support teaching and research within UniSA Clinical and Health Sciences. This includes acting as a reference point in providing innovative solutions, optimising resources, and working collaboratively to ensure the delivery of streamlined technical services across the Academic Unit.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead a team of multi-disciplinary staff, responsible for the delivery of a range of technical services
• Act as an expert and reference point for technical services, guiding the provision of specialised technical advice to staff and students on the design of complex projects/experiments and bespoke equipment
• Manage technical operations, services and facilities to ensure high quality technical services are provided to students, staff and visitors
• Support the procurement, acquisition and installation of new equipment and consumables
• Manage Work Health and Safety responsibilities in accordance with legislative, regulatory and licensing requirements and within the University’s policies and procedures

• A relevant tertiary qualification and extensive technical experience and skills in the management of laboratory or research facilities
• Experience in leading, managing and developing high performing teams, including fostering an effective service-oriented culture
• Strategic and problem-solving skills, including proven hands-on experience in evaluating intricate technical requirements for research and consultancy projects, and designing procedures and techniques to solve complex technical problems
• Knowledge of WHS legislation and experience in managing a multi-site workplace with significant WHS requirements including developing and maintaining quality systems
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to successfully influence, communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• Staff study support
• A variety of leave arrangements

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA . The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Sarah Doyle, Recruitment Consultant. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 3195.

Applications close: 11.30pm Tuesday 3 August 2021

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

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Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email [email protected] and you will receive a response within one working day.

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