• Work with a passionate, skilled, and driven team of technicians and researchers.
• Be at the forefront of innovative ocean research, working with cutting-edge facilities.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The UWA Coastal and Offshore Research Laboratory (CORL) conducts world-class fundamental and applied research in the areas of hydrodynamics, fluid-structure interactions and sediment transport processes applicable to offshore and coastal engineering systems.

About the opportunity

• Collaborate with other technicians and academic leads on the design and preparation of physical model experiments related to coastal and offshore research, providing technical expertise in construction, setup, and data capture solutions
• You will assist or lead the facility maintenance, physical model construction, and operation of equipment and the collection, processing, and analysis of data.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial experience taking precise scientific measurements and familiarity with relevant laboratory instrumentation or equivalent.
• Relevant knowledge and experience in IT, networking and computing related to experimental data acquisition.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, repair, or fabricate equipment and operate equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, etc. Preferably with experience in working safely with common workshop machinery and power tools (e.g. drill press, milling machine, circular saws, routers) with various materials.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in safe work practices and developing risk management frameworks.

Position description:  PD - Technician (520100).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Alex Atkinson at alex.atkinson@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

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: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 24 July 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 a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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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, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have questions, contact the person listed in the ad or email people@uwa.edu.au with the 6-digit job reference number.