Technical Officer

Overview:

•   Casual hours, immediate start available

•   Based at Melbourne CBD but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University or online. 

Why join RMIT?

At RMIT, we're connected to industry and focused on preparing students for the future of work. As a casual educator, you'll enjoy flexible teaching opportunities while making a real impact on students, industry and the wider community.

About the role

The Technical Officer will provide technical support and services in Electrical, Plumbing and refrigeration areas within the College of VE.  The Technical Officer will assist with technical facilities and ensure that they are maintained to the highest industry and educational standards. Working across a wide range of activities, equipment and processes, employed within these facilities.  Relative experience/ qualification in Plumbing, Refrigeration and Electrical preferred.

Qualifications

Tool experience in relevant area, understanding of OHS, be able to work individually and in a team.

Qualification in Plumbing, Refrigeration and Electrical preferred but willing to work with right applicant

Reporting Line:
Reports to the Technical Services Coordinator

Engagement Type
This role is engaged on a casual, as-required basis. There is no guarantee of ongoing or regular work. Hours will vary depending on operational requirements.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about the surveying profession and want to inspire the next generation while enjoying flexible work, we'd love to hear from you.

About the College of Vocational Education   

The purpose of RMIT’s College of Vocational Education is to empower learners and our industry, community and government partners to succeed in the new world of work. Our five-year strategic roadmap, ALiVE@RMIT, purposefully guides everything we do in vocational education to deliver our vision: to position RMIT as a leading multi-sector provider with global impact and influence.

Led by our Deputy Vice Chancellor, the College of VE is reimagining how we deliver vocational education to create unique experiences for our students and partners, so we can:

Lead in practice-based learning

Empower learners for the future of work

Engage industry and community at scale

Grow for impact and influence

The College of VE is delivering impact through transformation that creates long-term change.

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing ​your suitability​ for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. 

Please submit your documents as First_Last Name CV –JR50348

For further information about this position, please contact Swati Joglekar via email [email protected]

Applications Close:

1 Sept 2026 11.59 pm

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. 

 

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.  All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.  Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

 

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 (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

 

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