Ref 566/24 Technical Assistant, Mechatronics, Office of Teaching & Research Technical Services

• Full time, ongoing position based at Penrith (Kingswood) Campus
• Remuneration: $87,412 to $93,061 p.a.
• Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from work from home perks, flexible leave options, professional growth opportunities and much more!

Full time, ongoing position
Penrith (Kingswood) 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 in Sydney and campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Surabaya, Indonesia – and more than 200,000 alumni, 50,000 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 13 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 of our Technical Support Teams. The Technical Assistant, Mechatronics position will assist and support various teaching units and research projects within the Engineering team.

The purpose of this position includes, but is not limited to, preparing materials and equipment across variety of Engineering disciplines including Electronic, Electrical or Mechatronics to support practical classes and research. They will ensure the equipment and facilities within their scope are
available and maintained appropriately, as well as conferring safety guidance to staff and students.

You should be aware that this role will be based at Kingswood 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.

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. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing. 

What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• 35 hour work week
• Work from home up to 2 days per week 
• 17% super contributions

HEW Level 4 $87,412 to $93,061 p.a. (comprising Salary of $73,864 to $78,638 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application

Position Enquiries
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please feel free to contact Tosin Famakinwa via email on [email protected]
 
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]

 Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Monday 1 April 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
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.

Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted. No Recruitment Agency applications will be accepted.

This is a re-advertised position - previous applicants need not apply

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