SAE Aus Technical Officer

Navitas; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Salary packaging and novated leasing

2 paid volunteer days per year

Health & well-being packages

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

SAE University College, part of Navitas, seeks a Technical Officer to maintain cutting-edge facilities and support students during hands-on sessions. The role focuses on technical precision, problem-solving, and fostering an inspiring learning environment.

You will oversee audio/music/film equipment, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with academic teams while supporting events and promoting the institute’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent professional experience in audio or a related field.
• Strong commitment to supporting students and delivering excellent customer service.
• Flexibility to work evenings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the campus's film, music, and audio equipment to ensure facilities are fully operational.
• Provide technical support and guidance to students during practical sessions.
• Monitor and uphold WHS standards and promptly address faults across facilities.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including inquiries and coordinating equipment bookings and maintenance schedules.
• Contribute to campus activities by supporting promotional events and showcasing facilities.
• Collaborate with academic and technical teams to improve resource availability and student experience.

Skills

Audio & Music Production

Filmmaking

Studio & Location Equipment

Lighting & Camera

Grip Workflows

Student Support

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Audio/Related Field

Tools

Studio Equipment

Video/Audio IT Tools

Job description

SAE University College, part of the leading global education provider Navitas, delivers hands‑on, industry‑led higher education courses in Animation, Audio, Creative Industries, Design, Film, Games & Music.
With 52 campuses globally and 6 across Australia, SAE is part of a global creative media network, challenging and encouraging people to fulfil their creative potential, with a strategic vision to be the world’s leading educator for the creative industries.

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Technical Officer, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining our cutting‑edge creative facilities, supporting students during practical sessions, and ensuring a safe and organised environment. This hands‑on role is perfect for someone who thrives on problem‑solving, technical precision, and fostering an inspiring learning environment.
Responsibilities include:

• Maintain and oversee the campus's cutting‑edge film, music, and audio equipment, ensuring all facilities are fully operational and organised.
• Provide technical support and guidance to students during practical sessions, fostering a safe and creative learning environment.
• Monitor and uphold Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) standards, addressing faults promptly and ensuring compliance across facilities.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including responding to inquiries and coordinating equipment bookings and maintenance schedules.
• Contribute to campus activities by supporting promotional events and showcasing the institute's state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
• Collaborate with academic and technical teams to enhance resource availability and improve the student experience.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate can demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:

• Strong technical expertise and industry experience in audio, music production, and/or filmmaking, including proficiency in studio and location equipment, lighting, camera, and grip workflows.
• Degree qualification or equivalent professional experience in audio or a related field, with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• A passion for supporting students to reach their potential, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and student support.
• Outstanding organisational and communication skills, a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.
• Flexibility to work evenings as required.

Additional Information

At SAE our employee perks and benefits include:

• Unlimited global career opportunities across the Navitas portfolio
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• 2 paid volunteer days per year for your passionate causes
• Health & well‑being packages including free counselling and well‑being specialist support for employees and family members
• Discounted gym memberships, private health insurance, movie tickets, travel, hotels, insurance and selected retailers
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities

Diversity Equity and Inclusion:
SAE University College, as part of Navitas, promotes and embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities, of all ages and genders, First Nations and Indigenous peoples, and people of diverse community groups. We believe equality, flexibility and diversity deliver a rich and collaborative environment. We strive to ensure that all our staff – no matter where they are from or who they are – feel safe, supported, and are given opportunities to thrive.

Join our team today and work alongside by industry‑leading teachers who live and breathe their creative passion and understand what drives creativity in their students.

About Navitas
Navitas is a leading global education provider that has helped generations of learners transform their lives through education. The Navitas portfolio employees over 5000 staff and supports over 60,000 students and encompasses a broad selection of partners, locations, and opportunities, including university pathway programs, English language qualifications, employment training, creative media training, and more.