RMIT University

Technical Officer - Engineering

Melbourne Part time

Overview:

  • Part-timeContinuing position 0.5 FTE 

  • Salary HEW 5 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

  • Based at the CBD, Brunswick or Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University 

 

About The Position 

 
The Technical Officer will deliver high-quality technical support and services to staff, students and external partners, enabling strong teaching, learning and commercial outcomes across the College of VE. Drawing on specialisedexpertise in Engineering, the Technical Officer will contribute to the effective operation of technical facilities, ensuring they are maintained to industry and educational best-practice standards.  

 

The role spans a broad range of activities, equipment and processes, supporting the safe, efficient and consistent use of all technical spaces. 

 

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:  

 

  • Proven technical knowledge and expertise in Engineering and associated equipment. 

  • Demonstrated experience in maintaining technical Workshops and equipment or equivalent industry experience, including coordinating maintenance of equipment.   

  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of HSW and OHS legislation and regulations (use, storage, handling). Particularly in regard to technical Workshops and equipment.   

  • High level communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.   

  • Demonstrated ability to deliver flexible solutions to technical problems, preferably within an educational context.   

  • Ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative, by working independently and with limited direction, as well as effectively within a dynamic team environment with multiple and conflicting priorities and competing deadlines.   

  • Demonstrated ability to use information, communication and purchasing platforms effectively, including Microsoft Office software packages, web and email software. 

 

 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

 

About the Group 

 

Planning and Resources 

 

Our planning and resources function puts the student at the centre of our thinking through a precinct-based approach that delivers the right support where it is needed most. This enables us to deliver a consistent student and staff experience with differentiation between whole of college services and bespoke units or functions. 

 

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page 

 

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact dustin.nguyen@rmit.edu.au   

 

Job Description – Technical Officer, Engineering 

 

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Applications Close:

1 Feb 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

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