Part-Time Design & Tech Workshop Technician

Carey International; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne is seeking a part-time Product Design & Technology Technician. You will work 2 days per week for 12 months, supporting wood, metal, textiles and design technology programs, preparing materials and equipment, and helping maintain safe, well‑organised workshops.

This role offers an engaging educational environment with hands-on learning, CAD/digital fabrication exposure, and opportunities to contribute to student projects while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Experience in a workshop, technical support or similar environment.
• Knowledge of wood, metal and/or textiles equipment and processes.
• Ability to safely operate restricted and non‑restricted machinery.
• Experience operating and maintaining sewing machines and overlockers.
• Familiarity with CAD software and digital manufacturing technologies such as CNC routing, laser cutting and 3D printing.
• A strong understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
• A Course in Safe Use of Machinery for Technology Teaching is essential, or a willingness to obtain this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to students and teachers across wood, metal, textiles and design technology.
• Prepare materials, equipment and resources for practical classes and projects.
• Set up, operate and maintain workshop equipment and machinery.
• Support the use of digital fabrication technologies including laser cutters, CNC routers and 3D printers.
• Maintain workshops and studios to ensure they are safe, organised and well‑equipped.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements, including regular audits and management of safety documentation.
• Source materials and liaise with suppliers within allocated budgets.
• Assist with exhibitions, displays and other departmental activities.

Skills

Workshop experience

Wood & metal equipment knowledge

Sewing machines & overlockers

CAD / digital fabrication tech

OH&S knowledge

Organisational & teamwork

Communication skills

Safe Use of Machinery qualification

Tools

Laser cutters

CNC routers

3D printers

Job description

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne is seeking a part-time Product Design & Technology Technician. You will work 2 days per week for 12 months, supporting wood, metal, textiles and design technology programs, preparing materials and equipment, and helping maintain safe, well‑organised workshops.

This role offers an engaging educational environment with hands-on learning, CAD/digital fabrication exposure, and opportunities to contribute to student projects while ensuring compliance with