Careers at UniSC

• Academic Support Unit | UniSC Sunshine Coats, Sippy Downs
• Level 7, $102,512 - $112,061 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hrs per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Bring your hands-on technical skills to a key role supporting UniSC’s Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O) program. You’ll lead workshop operations, coordinating the design, fabrication, maintenance, and demonstration of P&O devices, while ensuring safe, efficient use of facilities for teaching, research, and community engagement. As a key contributor to practical learning, you’ll support academic staff, supervise a small technical team, and uphold compliance with safety and quality standards. If you're passionate about health technology and ready to play a central role in shaping future healthcare professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

You will

Academic Support:

• In consultation with the Team Leader and relevant academic staff, provide specialist in-class clinical and technical knowledge to support the delivery of learning activities within the Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) discipline;
• Support the delivery of practical training in P&O fabrication techniques and provide instruction and guidance to students in the P&O facilities; and
• Manage volunteer client participation in alignment with curriculum requirements.

Technical Support:

• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) teaching workshop through expert technical support, equipment maintenance and modification and compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards;
• Provide leadership in procurement, record-keeping and safety auditing to support effective and sustainable practices;
• Drive continuous improvement and team effectiveness by mentoring technical staff, contributing to program development and fostering a collaborative, inclusive and professional team culture; and
• Work closely with the Paramedicine & Allied Health Technical Team Leader and support team operations through shared tasks and responsibilities.

About you

You're a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, known for building strong, positive relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Technically savvy and solutions-focused, you navigate IT systems with ease to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and contribute to a well-connected, high-performing team environment.

You will possess:

• Completion of a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics (P&O) or other relevant undergraduate qualification combined with at least 4 years subsequent experience in a tertiary health discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training and professional experience;
• Demonstrated high-level of practical skills in prosthetic and orthotic fabrication including proficiency with standard industry tools and machinery and experience of managing an educational facility.  A strong understanding of biomechanical principles and comprehensive clinical knowledge of prosthetic and orthotic devices is required;
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical or operational environment, including the ability to supervise, mentor, and support staff to ensure effective day-to-day service delivery;
• Proven experience in implementing, monitoring and reporting on workplace health and safety compliance in alignment with current legislation.  Demonstrated ability to maintain and apply effective risk management strategies; and
• A strong track record of involvement in technical or health-based teams, with well-developed organisational and time management abilities.  Capable of managing competing priorities and applying analytical and practical problem-solving skills in an educational or clinical setting.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  493322 - Senior Technical Officer (Prosthetics and Orthotics).pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 20 July 2025.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Alysha Hyde
Acting Team Leader, Paramedicine and Allied Health – Academic Support Unit
Telephone:07 5459 4654
Email: ahyde@usc.edu.au

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We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.