- Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $84,599 - $93,366 pro-rata
- Location: Flinders City Campus
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About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Technical Officer (Clinical Simulation Focus) to support high-tech, hands-on training in our state-of-the-art simulation laboratories. Working closely with academic and clinical teams, you will help create realistic healthcare scenarios that prepare students for real-world practice in hospitals, surgeries, and other clinical environments. The role is responsible for setting up and maintaining the clinical skills labs for nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology) workshops for students, ensuring equipment and environments are ready for simulation-based learning.

This role is also responsible for:

- Providing technical advice and assistance during practical classes including demonstration of equipment, procedures and techniques as required.
- Provide assistance and support for other Simulation Laboratories such as Health Sciences when applicable.
- Assume the functional responsibilities of the Team Leader in their absence.
- Maintain, monitor and supervise stock control for smooth operation of all programs.
- Ensure that maintenance requirements are followed in accordance with relevant policy and legislation.

During intensives, the incumbent will be expected to work a variety of shifts within a set roster, ranging from 7:30am - 3:30pm, 8:00am - 4pm and 12:30 - 8:30pm, with the occasional shift ending at 10:00pm.

Please refer to the attached position description, for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities.

About You

Your previous experience in a Nursing,



Midwifery or Allied Health teaching laboratory, will prepare you for working with new and emerging simulation technologies within a high-tech simulation lab.

Your ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with colleagues as well as various internal and external stakeholders, is evident in your collaboration with manufacturers, and industry partners, ensuring minimal disruption to the students' learning when maintenance support is required.

In this role you will also be able to demonstrate:

- Qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education and training relevant to the position.
- Ability to work independently, with limited supervision or as part of a team.
- Use of initiative, with ability to prioritise work and problem solve to meet competing deadlines.
- Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety legislation, including management of hazardous substances.
- High level of attention to detail and organisational skills, with a willingness to work flexibly.

This position makes a significant contribution to the University's strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035 through supporting the learning requirements of students to develop invaluable hands-on practical skills in a real-world multidisciplinary environment





Life at Flinders

They say know your place. We say you've found it right here.

Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next.

Rising to a challenge is nothing current for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we've navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we've continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them.

- 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
- Flexible working arrangements
- Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program
- Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers
- We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards.
- Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, So

📌 Technical Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Flinders University
📍 Adelaide