Laboratory Support Technician – Physics, Chemistry & Forensics

University of Technology Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work practices

Salary packaging

Generous parental leave

Job summary

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking a Technical Services Officer to join the Physics, Chemistry & Forensics Technical Services team. The role provides practical support for teaching, research, and specialist laboratory activities across diverse facilities.

You will prepare resources, maintain equipment readiness, support safe work practices, and help day-to-day operations run smoothly within teaching and research programs.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or advanced diploma with relevant experience.
• Experience supporting teaching or research in a laboratory environment.
• Experience operating and maintaining technical equipment.
• Experience in chemical‑intensive environments and/or lasers where applicable.
• Experience applying WHS procedures and risk controls in a technical setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials and consumables for teaching and research activities.
• Provide practical technical assistance, routine troubleshooting and support during laboratory activities.
• Complete routine equipment checks and coordinate servicing, calibration and repairs as required.
• Maintain stock, registers, records and safety documentation in line with local procedures.
• Follow WHS requirements, support risk controls and promptly escalate hazards or non-routine issues.

Skills

Laboratory support

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

Relevant degree or advanced diploma

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Calibration

Job description

University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking a Technical Services Officer to join the Physics, Chemistry & Forensics Technical Services team. The role provides practical support for teaching, research, and specialist laboratory activities across diverse facilities.

You will prepare resources, maintain equipment readiness, support safe work practices, and help day-to-day operations run smoothly within teaching and research programs.