At VU, we aim to be one of the leading impact universities in the world. VU is an impact‑driven university committed to equity, excellence and prospect. Based in Melbourne’s west and connected globally, we put students first through the VU Block Model®, dual‑sector pathways and strong industry partnerships. We are a values‑led, inclusive workplace where diverse talent is supported to make a real difference.

About the Team:

Community Health delivers high-quality education across the areas of Aged Care, Disability Support, Health Administration, Health Services Assistance, and Allied Health. We offer a diverse range of training programs, from single-day short courses to Diploma-level qualifications, delivered across our Werribee, Sunshine, and Footscray Nicholson campuses.

About the Role:

The overall purpose of the Laboratory Assistant – Community Health is to support administration and monitoring of the Community Health Laboratories within the College of Health, Early Childhood Education and Community Services. This position is responsible for the maintenance monitoring of simulation labs and equipment as well as the timely dissemination and collection of required documentation and accurate record keeping to support teaching staff.

Position Key Duties

- Provide a high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders and other visitors
- Provide a range of administrative support services such as word processing, filing, drafting routine correspondence, taking notes and action items
- Maintain accurate records relating to laboratory inspections, stock, equipment maintenance and incidents within relevant University data bases and systems
- Monitor laboratory consumable stock levels and provide assistance with replenishment in accordance with established procedures

Position Details(P&C; Recruiter to complete)

Classification:HEP4

Employment Type:Ongoing

Location:Werribee West

For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities,



please refer to thePosition Description

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

- A current Victorian Driver's Licence to travel to the Community Health Labs on 3 campuses.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to find solutions.
- Proficiency in general digital literacy including MS Suite
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise workload in a busy/demanding environment
- Demonstrated capacity to deliver quality client/customer service

Please note:The University is a Child Safe organisation.You willbe requiredto hold a current Employee - Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior tocommencingemployment.

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact:
Name:Rebecca Scorgie
Position Title:Manager Community Health
Email:***************@vu.edu.au

Why Join VU:

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visitourCareers at VU Webpage

Our Commitment:

Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country, while championing progressive inclusivity for all—embracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio‑economic backgrounds. As aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong, and we ensure a positive, barrier‑free recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at***************@vu.edu.auor (03) 9919 5***.

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