Role type: Full Time; Continuing

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology

Salary: UOM 7 - $109,093 - $115,771 p.a. plus 17% super

- Senior technical leadership in civil, geotech and environmental labs / direct impact on research, teaching and industry testing / team-oriented Engineering & IT Faculty with strong safety and development culture
- Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career prospect:

You will lead specialist civil, geotechnical and environmental laboratories that underpin world-class teaching and research.

You will design experiments, manage complex equipment and ensure safe, standards-compliant testing for diverse stakeholders.

You will mentor students and staff, helping them build confidence with advanced instruments and fieldwork.

What you will deliver:

- Provide expert technical support in structural, geotechnical and environmental laboratories for teaching, research and consultancy projects.
- Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot specialist equipment, coordinating servicing, repairs and safety compliance with internal and external providers.
- Lead laboratory OHS, quality and regulatory activities, including inspections, risk assessments, SOPs and audits against relevant standards.
- Design and implement experiments, rigs and field measurements, ensuring robust data collection, analysis and documentation.
- Prepare, deliver and support laboratory classes and field trips, including logistics, vehicles, inventory and consumables.

You may be a great fit if you:

- Hold a relevant degree or trade in structures, geotechnical or environmental disciplines, or equivalent experience and training.
- Bring substantial experience in structural materials testing and/or geotechnical testing on soils and rock using analytical equipment.




- Demonstrate proven ability to conduct testing to Australian Standards, ASTM, ISO and NATA requirements within laboratory environments.
- Apply strong knowledge of OHS legislation, laboratory compliance and risk management, including BICON, OGTR and quarantine guidelines.
- Hold current Victorian driver’s licence and relevant High Risk Work Licences, such as forklift and dogging.
- Manage competing priorities in busy technical environments while supporting high-quality service to academic, research and student users.

What we offer you!

- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our perks page!

Your new team:

You will join Laboratory and Technical Services within the Infrastructure team in Engineering and Information Technology.

The Structures, Geotechnical and Environmental cluster operates advanced laboratories that support world-leading civil, environmental and infrastructure research.

You will collaborate with expert technicians and academics,



prioritising safety, innovation and practical impact for students and partners.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We’re committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at

Application essentials

- You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
- A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
- Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
- Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

- For queries related to this specific position, Hari Gomatam at
- For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at
- For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 or at (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Position Description:

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📌 Senior Laboratory Technician – Structures, Geotechnical and Environmental Cluster (Melbourne)
🏢 University Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne