Workshop and Stores Technical Officer

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash University’s Maintenance Technology Institute seeks a Workshop and Stores Technical Officer to support research programs through design, fabrication, assembly and repair of specialised equipment. This 12-month fixed-term appointment is hands-on and combines manufacturing expertise with store management.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification (Fitter and Turner / Toolmaker / Machinist), strong machining and fabrication skills, and a proactive, safety-conscious approach to inventory,

Qualifications

• Qualified Fitter and Turner, Toolmaker or Machinist with hands-on workshop experience.
• Strong machining and fabrication skills with attention to quality.
• Experience in inventory management, procurement and equipment dispatch.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Machining and fabrication of bespoke components and equipment.
• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to support research programs.
• Inventory management and procurement for workshop stores.
• Coordinate equipment preparation and dispatch to operational sites.

Skills

Machining

Fabrication

Inventory management

Troubleshooting

Procurement

Education

Trade qualification (Fitter and Turner / Toolmaker / Machinist)

Tools

Workshop equipment handling

Job description

Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Monash University’s Maintenance Technology Institute (MTI) is seeking a skilled Workshop and Stores Technical Officer to support its research programs through the design, fabrication, assembly, modification and repair of specialised equipment and bespoke components. Ideal for a qualified Fitter and Turner, Toolmaker or Machinist, this hands‑on role combines technical manufacturing expertise with workshop and stores management.

We are looking for a proactive self-starter who can think on their feet, solve technical problems and work independently with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include machining and fabrication, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, inventory management, procurement, and coordinating equipment preparation and dispatch to operational sites.

You will bring strong manufacturing skills, sound problem‑solving abilities and excellent organisational skills, with a commitment to safety, quality and teamwork. If you enjoy taking ownership, finding practical solutions and applying your trade expertise to support innovative research, we encourage you to apply.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Australian working rights are required for the duration of this contract.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at **************@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Position Description:Workshop and Stores Technical Officer

Applications Close: Monday 16 November 2026,11:55pm AEDT

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