Overview
Benefits include 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender. 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years. Salary packaging options. 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee. 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and on‑campus childcare options. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Technical Assistant
Job no: 521076
Work type: Part Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Technical/Laboratory support
Responsibilities
* Join a dedicated team supporting UWA’s research and teaching goals across Natural, Agricultural, and Social Sciences.
* Provide hands‑on technical support for fieldwork and laboratory teaching in agricultural and environmental sciences.
* Part‑time (specified roster) fixed term appointment (0.53FTE annualised) until 14/08/26.
* Salary range: $77,205 – $82,011p.a. (pro‑rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools. Technical Services delivers discipline‑specific expertise to support UWA’s teaching and research goals. The team operates across a broad portfolio including laboratory management, fieldwork support, equipment stewardship, and workshop design. This role supports the Field of Education of “Natural, Agricultural and Social Sciences” and may include disciplines such as animal biology, plant biology, archaeology, and geography.
About the opportunity
* Support practical teaching in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences through technical assistance to academics, staff, and students in laboratories and field settings.
* Prepare and maintain materials, equipment, and instruments; assist with procurement, maintenance, and administrative tasks; and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
* Contribute to field trips, laboratory activities, and program enhancements, with flexibility to work varied hours during peak teaching periods.
About you
* Year 12 or equivalent, with relevant experience and a strong interest in supporting practical teaching through equipment preparation and maintenance.
* Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks, including lifting, carrying, and handling equipment to support laboratory and fieldwork activities.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Well‑developed organisational and time management abilities.
* Proficiency in computing tools including word processing, spreadsheets, and online systems.
Peak periods
This role is 0.4 FTE during off‑peak periods (31 weeks/year) and increases to 0.6–0.8 FTE during peak periods (21 weeks/year). Peak periods are from calendar Weeks 9–20 and Weeks 30–38; this equates to 0.53 FTE annually. The roster for each year will be confirmed by November of the preceding year, in consultation with you.
Notes
A “C” class manual driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 9 November 2025. This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and is a member of the Australian Group of Eight research‑intensive universities.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please advise us at the time of application or contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
For queries relating to your application, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6‑digit job reference number.
Advertised
Advertised: 27 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
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