Ref 287/23 Technical Assistant, Creative & Performing Arts/Education, Teaching & Research Technical Services

• Part-time (28 hours per week), ongoing position
• Remuneration: $67,662 to $72,036 p.a. (pro-rata rates)
• Parramatta South campus

Part-time (28 hours per week), ongoing position
Parramatta South campus

About Western

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 11 campuses – many in Western Sydney CBD locations – and more than 200,000 alumni, 49,500 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 14 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.

About the Role
The Office of Teaching & Research Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join one our technical teams.

The Technical Assistant, Creative & Performing Arts/Education will perform the preparation of practical teaching spaces (both indoor and outdoor) including materials and equipment prior to practical classes.

Skills and Experiences
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have a diploma or equivalent in visual, creative and or fine arts or a related discipline. You will also be client focused, can think innovatively, be a good problem solver with the ability to identify and implement solutions. Previous experience working in a visual, creative or art therapy related facility would be an advantage, including a demonstrated understanding of relevant equipment and resources used in visual, creative arts.

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Parramatta South campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.

Hours of work for employees in Teaching & Research Technical Services may vary due to operational requirements in supporting teaching classes or research projects and further details are outlined in the position description.

Please review the position description for more information. 

If this sounds like you, apply now and ensure you address all items in the selection criteria in your application.

Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally.

Benefits
Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer:  

•             Professional development opportunities
•             Flex leave for Professional staff
•             17% super contributions

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 4 $67,662 to $72,036 p.a. (comprising Salary of $57,176 to $60,871 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Please note, the above salary range is based on 0.8 of the full-time equivalent.

Position Enquiries: Please contact Rob Winch, Technical Team Leader, Social Sciences, Psychology and Education via email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 5 February 2023 

Note: Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

Work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.

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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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