Digital Fabrication Lab Coordinator

• Full time, continuing position  
• Opportunity to provide expert technical support to students and researchers using the facilities of the Design Modelling and Fabrication Lab (DMaF Lab) in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning
• Lead a technical support team to develop the prototyping and design capabilities in the School, and help users navigate the resources and technology
• Base Salary from $108,557 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Digital Fabrication Lab Coordinator is a Senior Technical Support team lead based in the University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning. This role will manage the Digital Fabrication facilities and staffing of the Design Modelling and Fabrication Lab (DMaF Lab), including 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, robotics and other digital technologies associated with design and fabrication.

This role provides leadership, guidance and support to staff in the work area, solves complex technical challenges, and manages an exciting and evolving area focused on digital fabrication.

The role is based in the Design Modelling and Fabrication Lab, a space in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning that supports a diverse community of designers and learners to prototype their ideas, tackle design challenges, and experiment with new techniques through the provision of industry leading technology and technical support.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• oversee day-to-day operation of the Digital Fabrication Lab, developing the facility to ensure the work area meets the technical teaching, learning and research support needs of the School
• coordinate and provide specialist digital fabrication services, training and support to students, researchers and other technical staff in a range of digital fabrication focused technology, including CAD and CAM
• manage a team of technical staff including ongoing, casual and student assistant positions
• ensure compliance with work health and safety standards
• develop technical instruction material and collaborate with academic staff to provide excellent teaching support and support student experience
• deliver service excellence to the stakeholders of the School.

About you

• an expert background in digital fabrication and making, who has leadership and administrative skills and is ready to lead a technical support team to deliver service excellence.
• strong organisation and time management abilities – they will be planning and coordinating a roster of casual staff and working with multiple stakeholders across the School
• able to negotiate with academic staff, provide support to their team, and will oversee student communications from the lab
• a supportive, team-focused and collaborative approach to their work
• high level computer skills, including design software, CAD and CAM with the ability to learn, master and instruct new software as required
• proficiency with excel and able to operate a range of scheduling and record keeping systems
• dedicated to teaching and learning; designing and running in-person inductions as well as developing online resources for the lab
• ensure Workplace Health and Safety compliance across their work area, and is responsible for making sure the work area operates efficiently and effectively.
• previous experience in tertiary education technical support and in fabrication or design focused roles is essential.

Cover Letter

Please address the following criteria in your cover letter:

• This role is critical in providing technical support for both teaching and research undertaken in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning. Outline your experience providing technical support to teaching or research activities and highlight your achievements in this area.
• Detail a problem-solving achievement, or an example of a process improvement you have made and the impact of the change.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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