Mechanical Technician

Classification: ANU Officer Grade 6 (Technical)
Salary package: $91,362 - $95,541 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)
The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2026

Working at ANU
This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team
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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

The Position
This is a key role in a friendly, motivated team providing manufacturing and mechanical technical support within the ANU Research School of Physics mechanical workshop.

With no two days being the same, this role is integral to the delivery/support of the ANU’s OreAI Program lead by Professor Mark Knackstedt. Design and manufacture of bespoke scientific equipment is a key deliverable of this program. The Machinist/ Mechanical Technician will primarily support this by manufacturing, assembling and installing precision mechanical parts and assemblies, and by advising on mechanical design aspects, materials selection and manufacturing processes.

The Person
We are looking for a qualified mechanical tradesperson with experience producing high-quality high-precision parts using CAD software and CNC equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with prototype, research and development, or scientific parts and assemblies. We are looking for someone who likes challenging problems and encourages team members and colleagues to develop effective solutions.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Physics here.

For more information about the position please contact Matt Shadwell on E: matt.shadwell@anu.edu.au.  

To Apply
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• 30 minute interview using behavioural interview questions.

Candidates may also be asked to:

• Complete a practical assessment, or,
• Provide evidence of past work.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.