Lab & Equipment Specialist — Technical Officer

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU); Canberra; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks paid vacation

17% employer superannuation

Relocation support

Job summary

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU) in Canberra is seeking a practical and proactive Technical Officer to support cutting-edge research across laboratories, workshops, specialised equipment, and research infrastructure. You will join a highly skilled Technical Services team, collaborating with researchers, WHS professionals, contractors, and industry partners.

The role offers variety, autonomy, and professional development within ANU's School of Engineering, with a full-time fixed-term

Responsibilities

• Join a highly skilled and collaborative Technical Services team, working closely with researchers, academics, WHS professionals, contractors, and industry suppliers.
• Develop and apply expertise across multiple engineering disciplines, including laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, compliance, fabrication support, and infrastructure management.
• Work in a supportive environment that values safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
• Play a vital role in supporting cutting-edge research, teaching, and technical operations by providing hands-on technical support across laboratories, workshops, specialised equipment, and research infrastructure.

Job description

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU) in Canberra is seeking a practical and proactive Technical Officer to support cutting-edge research across laboratories, workshops, specialised equipment, and research infrastructure. You will join a highly skilled Technical Services team, collaborating with researchers, WHS professionals, contractors, and industry partners.

The role offers variety, autonomy, and professional development within ANU's School of Engineering, with a full-time fixed-term