Technical Coordinator - Nursing/Anatomy

Full-time, Continuing position Salary HEW 7 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About The Position Reporting to the Senior Technical Manager (Teaching or Research Support), the Technical Coordinator is responsible for overseeing day-to-day technical operations, compliance, and service delivery across laboratories, workshops, and workspaces, with a particular focus on Nursing, Anatomy, and Health Sciences (Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, and Chinese Medicine) as well as other STEM areas as required. The role manages a team of Technical Officers to ensure the provision of high-quality, client-centric, and agile technical support for teaching, research, and industry activities, including purchasing, inductions, equipment usage, laboratory practices, preventative maintenance, inventory management, and the safe handling and disposal of materials. The Technical Coordinator liaises closely with stakeholders across STEM Schools, the College Office, Property Services, Finance, HR, and OHS to ensure compliance with RMIT policies, legislative standards, and budget requirements, while also supporting planning for new equipment and resources, conducting audits, implementing continuous improvement processes, and fostering a safe, collaborative, and values-driven work environment through effective staff management, performance planning, and knowledge sharing. Qualifications: Nursing, Anatomy, Health Sciences or Biological Sciences qualifications of a degree or higher (management experience considered favourable) and at least 4 years of subsequent relevant experience. To be successful in this position, you'll have: 1. Proven knowledge, experience, and technical ability in Nursing, Anatomy, or Biological Sciences, including the development of projects, advanced understanding of the safe operation of relevant equipment, and a good working knowledge of relevant techniques and practices. 2. Demonstrated experience in coordinating technical support for teaching and research activities, including planning, scheduling, and supervising support to ensure that it meets required standards and set timelines. 3. Experience in successfully supervising or managing technical services and associated technical support staff. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards with expertise in hazardous scenario management, and relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations, preferably in a teaching and research environment. 5. Proven initiative and problem-solving skills and ability to organise, plan and manage complex tasks, work to deadlines, plan, effectively allocate resources, initiate and see activities through to completion, and evaluate and report on outcomes. 6. Highly organised with proven ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a pressured environment with limited direction, requiring flexibility and sound decision-making. 7. Effective communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively, both independently and within a team. 8. A strong service orientation with highly professional standards with experience in providing prompt, proactive, high-level support and a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and creative solutions. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the College The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College. The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support: Quality Enhancement Learning and Teaching support The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions: Student Lifecycle Planning & Operations Technical Services Program & Governance WIL & Engagement Relevant digital solutions - such as Workday - are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group's end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies and procedures. The STEM College Office professional staff are instrumental in providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ' Apply ' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact rmit.edu.au Job Description - Technical Coordinator Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Location: Preston, Victoria, AU

Posted Date: 11/15/2025