Fabrication Workshop Supervisor | Lead Digital MakerSpace

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work practices

Generous parental leave

Salary packaging opportunities

Job summary

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on Broadway, Sydney, seeks a Fabrication Workshop Supervisor to lead the Fabrication Workshop, Digital MakerSpace and Soft Model Workshop. The role drives teaching and research support, overseeing staff who guide academic staff and students with safe fabrication practices and project execution.

The successful candidate will manage schedules, provide instruction, and ensure safe operation of analogue and digital fabrication equipment, aligning with faculty

Qualifications

• Supervision of workshop technicians including the development of work schedules and allocation of tasks.
• Motivate and engage staff by setting clear, achievable goals for optimal team performance.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and inclusive workshop practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day workshop operations to support faculty priorities.
• Provide expert instruction and guidance to academic staff and students in analogue and digital fabrication.
• Develop, schedule and manage workshop activities and resources.

Skills

Workshop supervision

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Fabrication technologies

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on Broadway, Sydney, seeks a Fabrication Workshop Supervisor to lead the Fabrication Workshop, Digital MakerSpace and Soft Model Workshop. The role drives teaching and research support, overseeing staff who guide academic staff and students with safe fabrication practices and project execution.

The successful candidate will manage schedules, provide instruction, and ensure safe operation of analogue and digital fabrication equipment, aligning with faculty