Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers. 

The Faculty of Engineering is committed to creating an environment where people thrive and contribute to improving the quality of life in national and global communities, as well as enhancing the wealth creation of the nation, through excellence in teaching, research and service.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a Engineering Machinist internally called (Teaching Technician) to support our Engineering Design programmes.

We want our students to practically apply their theoretical knowledge; learn the value of prototyping, reviewing and iterating; nurture their curiosity; and to build the skills that will make them effective Engineers. Our brand new Fabricating and Prototyping Workshop is one place where students can get this hands-on experience.

The Teaching Technicians are responsible for running this workshop, which includes:

• overseeing all practical learning, teaching, and research activity conducted in the workshop
• building a safe and welcoming environment for students of all mechanical skill levels
• helping students learn safe equipment use as they develop their practical skills
• working with academic colleagues to plan out practical learning and teaching activities
• working with colleagues to plan further workshop development and expansion
• mentor and teach alongside our team of Graduate Teaching Assistants (postgraduate students hired to support teaching in the workshop)
• making sure the labs themselves are well stocked, the equipment is maintained, and the highest levels of safety are upheld

The Fabricating and Prototyping Workshop is still in an early stage, so you’ll have the opportunity to help shape the tools, projects, and culture in the space that will be used by over 1000 students per year. We started with basic workshop tools; are adding milling, turning, and welding this year; and plan to grow our capabilities over time.

The successful candidates will become part of a larger team of Teaching Technicians responsible for supporting student learning across the Faculty’s Multidisciplinary Learning Spaces (MDLSs), labs, and workshops.

The salary range for this role is $54,700 - $68,200 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full time, 37.5 hours per week, fixed term role for 36 months.

For more detailed information about the responsibilities and requirements of the role, please review the Position Description. 

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidates will:

• Have a welcoming attitude towards novice machinists
• Understand the importance of empowering students to learn and create through experience and exploration
• Have a trade qualification or significant relevant experience in a technical engineering role (in an industry setting)
• Have demonstrated safe and effective mentorship of novice technicians in mills, lathes, MIG welding, and/or workshop tools
• Have experience implementing and managing Health & Safety protocols and practices relevant to engineering workshops
• Have very good verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds, experience levels and cultures.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balance
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

We also offer a 6.75% superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, discounted onsite childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information please visit our Staff Benefits page.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 9/9/2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Suhayl Mohammed Via [email protected] for any questions. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz