Technical Support Engineer

Co-ordinates the preparation, organisation and distribution of equipment and materials to laboratories and other classes. Sets up, pre-runs, services and dismantles experiments. Maintains accurate records of individual laboratory requirements for each unit and assists academic staff with experimental designs and equipment to enable laboratories and other classes to be performed efficiently and effectively. Ensures teaching and research opportunities are maximized and resources are appropriately handled to avoid damage and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) incidents, e.g. by: Advising and assisting with the demonstration of equipment and procedures for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Lead the risk assessment for the activities to be carried out related to teaching and research Lead the process of approving new equipment design, manufacture and modification Maximizes teaching, learning and research opportunities and optimizes use of valuable resources by: Ensuring manuals for the equipment are current, ensuring safety, security and availability of all equipment and laboratories; Maintaining assets register; Co-ordinating the loan of equipment; Ensuring consumables are ordered and stock supplies maintained at an appropriate level. Develops and maintain productive relationships with relevant engineering organizations and suppliers. Attend further training to develop skills and keep abreast of technological advances. Establish effective service agreements through cost analysis comparisons. Maintains compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and procedures, including equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same. Assists in planning, preparation and support of special purpose events including workshops, assessment activities, commercial activities, community engagement activities, Open Day and professional development workshops. Employees are required to participate in all ECU, team, and individual planning activities; comply with ECU SL policies and practices in all aspects of their work and conduct and ensure the safety and wellbeing of themselves and others by complying with relevant requirements.