Technical Coordinator (Workshop & Fabrication)

• ​​Full-time​, ​Continuing position​  

• Salary HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University​ 

About You 

 
This exciting employment opportunity is ideal for someone with at least 4 years of experience in a technical, fabrication or engineering workshop and who is looking to step up to a leadership role.  

You will be experienced in the design, development, and prototyping of equipment. The ability to read and interpret technical plans, drawings, and schematics with familiarity in the use of Solid works or similar CAD applications would be desirable. You would ideally be a skilled fabricator confident in working with metals, composites, and timber. Fitting and turning, toolmaking and/or welding experience would be highly advantageous along with an aptitude for micro-engineering.  

As an individual, you are loyal and committed to your team, you understand the importance of the support provided to our stakeholders and you will ensure to commit to this role for the long term. Additionally, you will have excellent problem-solving skills, be highly organised, an effective communicator and have an eye for detail. 

About The Position 

Reporting to the Senior Technical Manager (Central Operations), the Technical Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and support for the activities that take place within the STEM College Workshop. 

The Technical Coordinator will be responsible for managing a team of technical officers who are assigned to the Workshop, ensuring the technical team meets organisational and stakeholder expectations through the delivery of high quality, compliant, professional, timely service. 

The successful candidate will be required to work effectively across all levels of the organisation, 

developing productive working relationships with, not limited to, the STEM schools, College Office, RMIT Property Services Group, and HR OHS team. 

To be successful in this position, you’ll have: 

• Proven knowledge, experience, and technical ability in workshop fabrication setting using common workshop equipment (e.g. lathes, mills, benders, linishers, welders, vacuum systems etc.).  

• Experience in the development of projects, advanced understanding of the safe operation of workshop equipment, and a good working knowledge of CAD, technical plans and drawings, and other design techniques and practices.  

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating technical support for teaching and research activities, including planning, scheduling, and supervising support to ensure that it meets required standards and set timelines.  

• Experience in successfully supervising or managing technical services and associated technical support staff.  

• Demonstrated knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations, and standards with expertise in hazardous scenario management, and relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations, preferably in a teaching and research environment.  

• Proven initiative and problem-solving skills and ability to organise, plan and manage complex tasks, work to deadlines, plan, effectively allocate resources, initiate and see activities through to completion, and evaluate and report on outcomes.  

• Highly organised with proven ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a pressured environment with limited direction, requiring flexibility and sound decision-making.  

• Effective oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, both independently and within a team.  

• A strong service orientation with highly professional standards with, experience in providing prompt, proactive, high-level support and a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and creative solutions. 

• A commitment to RMIT’s policies of supporting a diverse workplace along with zero tolerance towards harassment, bullying or discrimination in any form. ​

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the ​College​ 

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.  

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.  

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.  

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work- ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.  

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.  

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.  

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.  

www.rmit.edu.au/STEM  

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing ​the Key Selection Criteria​ for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below.  

For further information about this position, please see Position Description below or contact Dustin Nguyen (Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email [email protected] 

Job Description - https://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/technical-coordinator-fabrication.pdf  

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Applications Close:
7 June 2023 11.59 pm

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