(HEO5) $82,922 - $92,203 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% may apply

Full time, continuing position available

A fantastic opportunity to play a key part in the education of the next generation of engineers in a dynamic work environment that supports a broad variety of challenging work. 

As a Technician in the Technical Services Team, your role will be to deliver technical support and advice for teaching and research projects to students, academics and research staff in line with the strategic direction of the Faculty. This role is based primarily at Thebarton but may require working from other campuses according to business needs.

You will be required to support the day-to-day operation of the Thebarton facility which houses a large scale wind tunnel, combustion-related testing areas and other large scale research activities. You will also assist students and research staff in the design, commissioning, and modifications of research test rigs, to maintain safe operations and achieve teaching and research outcomes.

A strong emphasis is placed on safety, positive teamwork, accurate record keeping, effective time management and clear communication skills.

To be successful you will need:

• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety management systems that apply to an engineering testing/research environment.
• Recognised competencies and demonstrated experience with using metal workshop machinery and fabrication equipment, working in a customer focused environment.
• Demonstrated experience with the design, installation, use, maintenance and repair of equipment items related to aerodynamic testing, renewable energy, energy storage and/or combustion technologies.
• High-level organisational skills and an ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines, and the ability to prioritise tasks and assignments.
• Ability to work with general supervision, think creatively and laterally and exercise initiative as appropriate to achieve standards of excellence and monitor on-going performance.
• Demonstrated high level of computer literacy, and a knowledge of data acquisition, software measurement and control, and 3D printing technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to promote the organisational values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery, and a commitment to positively comply with the associated behaviour expectations.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a post-trades certificate and extensive relevant experience working in a workshop or laboratory environment; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life. Flexible working arrangements are on offer for all roles at the University.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday, 14th of September 2025.

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Adelaide University, University of Adelaide or UniSA current employee at the time the position is advertised.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Jon Ayoub

Team Leader, Structures & Natural Resources

P: +61 (8) 8313 0056
E: jon.ayoub@adelaide.edu.au

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The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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