Mobile Field Officer

• casual Mobile Field Officer opportunity with the Central Operations Services

• 12-month part time casual position

• HE03 Step 1 $44.35 per hour

About the opportunity 

The Mobile Field Officer is primarily responsible for preparing and maintaining teaching spaces and providing onsite operational and GTS facility services including mail, identifying, reporting, and tracking issues, and trades access and monitoring to minimise business disruption for faculty staff.

The staff member will work under close or direct supervision or, in the case of more experienced staff working alone, general supervision. Direction is provided and the jobholder has some discretion to choose between established processes provided set priorities and deadlines are met. They will be expected to exercise a degree of initiative and judgement in resolving routine problems associated with day-to-day operating procedures. They will resolve routine matters directly linked to their key accountabilities while problems that cannot be resolved quickly are referred to supervisors. The staff member will undertake some planning and prioritisation of duties.

The following activities and accountabilities are designed to deliver outcomes aligned with the University’s strategic goals. In the course of delivering outcomes, the incumbent is expected to honour and adhere to the University’s policies, codes and guidelines including the University’s Code of Conduct while consistently demonstrating the University’s culture and values.

Your key responsibilities will be

• prepare and maintain teaching spaces

• provide onsite operational and GTS facility services

• provide support for educational activities

• ensure GTS facilities are fit for purpose

• ad-hoc projects and other activities

About you

• extensive experience in a customer service environment

• demonstrated ability to be proactive and creative in dealing with problems

• excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with people at all levels

• proficiency with Microsoft Office

• current NSW driver’s license - minimum class C

• computer skills: word processing and spreadsheet skills with knowledge of graphics and design processes and production requirements. Experience in or a working knowledge of museum collection management systems

Closing date:

10th March 2023

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact the Casual Recruitment Team by email to [email protected]

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Applications Close

Friday 10 March 2023 11:59 PM