About UTS

At UTS, we're a young, globally recognised university known for doing things differently. Based in the centre of Sydney, we work closely with industry, government, and the community to focus on outcomes that matter. Our strength lies in how we bring creativity, technology and innovation together to make a practical difference. We're Australia's leading young university and consistently sit within the top 100 universities globally a reflection of the scale of our ambition and the contribution of our people. When you join UTS, you become part of a community that values inclusion, supports access to education, and works towards positive change in society.
Detailed Description

About the Team

Science Technical Services supports the Faculty of Science by enabling safe, reliable and effective teaching, research and specialist facility operations across a diverse range of scientific disciplines. The team works in partnership with academic and professional staff to maintain laboratory readiness, support practical teaching and research activity, manage equipment and specialist facilities, and uphold safe work practices. Science Technical Services provides support across areas including Biosciences, Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Forensic Sciences, Materials Science and Anatomical Sciences.

About the Role

The Technical Services Officer is a key member of the Physics, Chemistry & Forensics Technical Services team, providing practical technical support for teaching, research and specialist laboratory activities. The role supports a diverse range of facilities, including chemical-intensive laboratories, materials testing spaces, optics laboratories,



instrumentation areas and other specialist environments. Working under the general direction of the Technical Services Coordinator, the position prepares laboratory resources, maintains equipment readiness, supports safe work practices and helps ensure efficient day-to-day operations across teaching and research activities.

Role Responsibilities

- Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and consumables for teaching and research activities.

- Provide practical technical assistance, routine troubleshooting and support during laboratory activities.

- Complete routine equipment checks and coordinate servicing, calibration and repairs as required.

- Maintain stock, registers, records and safety documentation in line with local procedures.

- Follow WHS requirements, support risk controls and promptly escalate hazards or non-routine issues.

About You

The preferred candidate will have practical technical experience in a laboratory, teaching or research support environment, with the ability to contribute to safe, efficient and well-prepared laboratory operations. You will bring a service-focused approach, sound attention to detail and the confidence to work across a range of technical activities within Physics, Chemistry and Forensic Sciences. The successful candidate will be able to support laboratory preparation,



equipment operation and maintenance, consumables management, safe work practices and day-to-day technical support for staff and students.

Skills, attributes and knowledge

- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a team-oriented and service-focused approach.

- Ability to plan, prioritise and complete technical tasks within changing operational requirements.

- Practical problem-solving skills and sound judgement to escalate issues appropriately.

- Attention to detail when maintaining equipment, records, registers and technical documentation.

- Working knowledge of relevant laboratory or field procedures, WHS requirements and risk controls.

Experience

- Relevant degree or advanced diploma with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

- Experience supporting teaching or research in a laboratory environment.

- Experience operating and maintaining technical equipment and coordinating routine servicing or calibration.

- Experience in chemical-intensive environments and/or supporting higher-risk activities, e.g. lasers, where applicable, applying local controls and safe work practices

- Experience applying WHS procedures, safe work practices and risk controls in a technical setting.

Remuneration/Salary

What We Offer

Base Salary Range: $ 87,295.00 - $ 99,865.00 (HEW5) plus 17% superannuation (pension)

The position is full time and will be made on a continuing basis.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

📌 Technical Services Officer (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Technology Sydney
📍 Sydney