Tech Support Specialist - Arts & Humanities Labs

Western Sydney University; Penrith; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite childcare

Health and wellbeing support

Parking salary sacrifice/benefits

Job summary

Western Sydney University is seeking a Technical Support Officer for the Humanities, Education & Arts team. The role involves preparing and maintaining teaching and research spaces, assisting staff and students, and promoting safe practices across laboratories, studios, and workshops.

You will adapt to changing timetables and operational priorities, working primarily at Parramatta South Campus while supporting multiple disciplines across campus networks.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in humanities, arts or education or equivalent.
• Experience providing technical support in humanities or arts facilities.
• Experience preparing teaching spaces such as laboratories, studios and workshops.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear written, verbal and interpersonal communication; safety with hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specialist facilities, equipment and materials for teaching and research activities.
• Assist students and staff in using facilities and equipment.
• Promote safe laboratory/workshop practices and maintain safety documentation.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, audits and stocktakes; support purchases as needed.
• Support cross-campus operations across disciplines and environments.

Skills

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in humanities, arts or education

Job description

Western Sydney University is seeking a Technical Support Officer for the Humanities, Education & Arts team. The role involves preparing and maintaining teaching and research spaces, assisting staff and students, and promoting safe practices across laboratories, studios, and workshops.

You will adapt to changing timetables and operational priorities, working primarily at Parramatta South Campus while supporting multiple disciplines across campus networks.