Product Design and Technology 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

Join Carey as a Product Design & Technology Technician and help shape the next generation of creators, innovators and problem-solvers.

Working closely with teachers and students, you'll support engaging, hands‑on learning experiences by preparing materials and equipment, maintaining workshop spaces, assisting with student projects, and promoting a safe and well‑organised learning environment. Your contribution will be instrumental in empowering students to explore, create and develop real‑world skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative educational setting and is passionate about fostering creativity, innovation and practical learning.

This opportunity is offered as a part‑time role (2 days per week) for a 12‑month period.

Learn more about our community:

Carey is a leading co‑educational school for students from Early Learning to Year 12 (IB & VCE). Our cohort is made up of approximately 2700 students who are supported by over 600 passionate and experienced staff. Our vibrant community is also enriched by a number of dedicated volunteers and engaged alumni.

With five extraordinary campuses, we create inspiring spaces where learning thrives and where new opportunities await enthusiastic educators.

• Kew Learning Campus – ELC – Year 12
• Dovale Learning Campus – ELC – Year 6
• Bulleen Sports Complex
• Outdoor Education Site - Banksia Peninsula
• Experiential Learning Facility - Mission Beach in Far North Queensland

Carey offers a nurturing workplace where innovation is celebrated and both personal and professional growth is actively supported.

The role

• Provide technical support to students and teachers across wood, metal, textiles and design technology programs.
• 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.

What do I need to succeed?

• 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.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position.

Our commitment to Child Safety

Our community is committed to promoting child safety, student empowerment and cultural safety, with a zero‑tolerance approach to child abuse and neglect. We encourage active student participation in maintaining a safe environment and routinely implement policy updates and improvements to safeguard our students. All members of the Carey community, including staff, parents, alumni and volunteers share the responsibility of maintaining student safety at all times.

You can read more about Carey’s Child Safety policies here .

Carey Baptist Grammar School reserves the right to close this advertisement at any time.

Carey is an inclusive workplace where everyone is celebrated, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, age, physical ability and religious or political beliefs. We adopt a whole‑school approach to providing an environment of mutual respect, fairness, equity and justice.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.