Technical & Systems Administrator

UNSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW seeks a Technical Administrator to support laboratory operations. This full-time role includes administrative tasks and coordination of resources, ideal for someone with strong organizational and communication skills. Located on-site in Sydney, this position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits within a diverse and supportive environment.

Benefits

17% Superannuation and leave loading

Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period

Access to lifelong learning and career development

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in administrative and procurement within a complex institution.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and laboratory facility support.
• Coordinate service requests and manage laboratory equipment.
• Assist with teaching lab coordination and documentation.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Numeracy skills

Judgement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW is looking for a motivated Technical Administrator to join the technical staff team and provide effective day-to-day administrative and laboratory facility support to the Laboratory Manager. You will be responsible for acting as a point of contact for laboratory users, visitors, and contractors and maintaining effective channels of communication throughout the School laboratories. You will also coordinate service requests for laboratories through UNSW Estate Management (Archibus) and the School lab equipment booking system (ACLS).

Assisting and working with the Laboratory Manager, you will also have responsibilities to coordinate and document the management of equipment and safety documentation in UNSW’s safety compliance software, as well as assist with Teaching Lab coordination and timetabling and coordinate the purchase, receipt, and distribution of laboratory-related deliveries to the School.

This role reports to the Laboratory Manager and has no direct reports.

• Salary, Level 6: $100,354 -$107,054 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Continuous (Permanent)
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
• Onsite role
  
  

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering that is internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching. Our mission is to nurture students to become industry leaders who will generate societal, economic, and environmental benefits. The School is one of the largest and most prestigious schools Australia for thriving research programs and contribution to education excellence in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronic Engineering. Our Schools QS ranking for 2023 is #49 globally and the highest in Australia The ARWU (Shanghai) Rankings for 2023 ranked the subject Mechanical Engineering at #36 globally and the highest in Australia. Aerospace Engineering at UNSW was ranked #45 globally. For further information on our school go to - https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/mechanical-and-manufacturing-engineering

Skills and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in administrative, facilities, procurement and/or store activities within a large and complex institution or equivalent.
• Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
• Advanced numeracy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply, interpret, advise on and contribute to the development of protocols, procedures, guidelines and administrative systems.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position and be able to be on site in Kensington.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Allyssar Hamoud – Talent Acquisition Associate

E: [e-mail]

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 26th June 2025

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.