Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose‐driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.
About the Role
The Technical Services Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the effective delivery of technical services within the School of Creative Arts & Humanities. Reporting to the School Operations Manager, this position coordinates technical operations, workplace health and safety, technical staff deployment, communications, and systems management to support the school's teaching, learning and research activities. Working across various visual arts disciplines you will be a key link between academic staff and the technical services team, helping create exceptional experiences for students and staff.
Key responsibilities:
Coordinate and supervise technical services operations to support learning, teaching and research activities.
Lead and support Technical Services Officers through workload planning, recruitment, onboarding and day-to-day supervision.
Coordinate the procurement, maintenance and lifecycle management of technical equipment, facilities and resources.
Drive workplace health and safety compliance, training, inductions and risk management activities across School facilities.
Build strong working relationships with academic, professional and external stakeholders to support school operations, events and continuous improvement initiatives.
About the Team
The School of Creative Arts & Humanities sits within the Faculty of Arts, Society and Business, a faculty committed to empowering the next generation to think critically, act creatively and engage globally.



The school delivers transformative educational experiences that foster curiosity, artistic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration. This role works closely with academic and professional staff and leads a dedicated technical services team that enables outstanding teaching, research and creative practice outcomes.
What You'll Bring
A bachelor's degree and/or extensive relevant experience with specialist expertise in a related field.
Demonstrated experience leading, coordinating and developing staff within a collaborative team environment.
Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements, particularly within teaching, research or creative environments.
Proven ability to implement and improve operational processes, procedures and service delivery outcomes.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and take responsibility for outcomes.
Why Join UOW
Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
Generous leave entitlementsincluding additional concession days over the Christmas–New Year period




Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
Ongoing career development and clear career progression opportunities
Role Details
Employment type: Permanent/Continuing | Full-time
Level 6/7: $96,898 - $119,986 + 17% Superannuation
Position Description
Location: Wollongong Campus
Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Closing Date
Thursday 29 October ****, 11:55pm
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.
As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University's employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.
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📌 Technical Coordinator, Visual Arts (Wollongong)
🏢 University Of Wollongong
📍 Wollongong