Workshop Supervisor, Textile / Print Workshop

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by QS Top 50 Under 50 rankings as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow. The UTS Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building (DAB) has an international reputation for its high impact industry focused research and excellence in teaching and learning. The Faculty prioritises its international connections, the unique student experiences and industry connected research. The Faculty's organisational structure comprises three Schools, two research centres, technical units and administrative services. The Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building (DAB) is currently recruiting for a

• Workshop Supervisor, Textile / Print Workshop
• to join the team on a
• full-time, permanent basis.
• About the Role
• The Workshop Supervisor, Textile / Print Workshop is responsible for the day to day operation of the Faculty's Textile / Print Workshop comprising screen-printing, têxtile dye station, heat presses, knit machinery and other support equipment. The Workshop Supervisor provides support, advice and instruction to students and staff to maximise related teaching and learning programs and academic research projects with appropriate safe use of workshop equipment. You will assist with the development, scheduling, and management of workshop activities to support faculty priorities.
• More specifically, in this role you will
• Maintain the physical infrastructure of the Textile / Print Workshop including maintaining equipment such as screen exposure preparation, heat presses, dye vats, têxtile drying, wash bay, knit têxtile machines and other workshop equipment, purchasing supplies and consumables. - Implement and monitor WHS policies by overseeing appropriate work practices and maintain equipment in safe working order. - Implement workshop induction and training procedures, documentation, and validation methods for safe operation of workshop equipment. - Provide advice and guidance to students one-to-one or as a group, in workshop or studio environments in têxtile, print fabrication principles, methods and practices. Please note : This is not an academic teaching role. Monitor the workshop budget. Coordinate fabrication workshop purchases, casual technical staff resources and acquire materials and equipment. - Communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders to better understand, anticipate, and meet their current and future needs in accordance with organisational expectations.
• With examples, please outline in a separate document how you meet the following five (5) key selection criteria points
• High-level problem-solving skills. - Proven ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. - Demonstrated experience in maintaining Textile / Print environments that ensures a safe working environment. Demonstrated experience that ensures proactive stakeholder engagement that delivers high level customer service. Demonstrated experience in providing expertise and training skills in current technical matters relating to materials, resources and equipment used in têxtile and print fabrication environments.
• Remuneration
• Base Salary : $100,695 - $111,394 (HEW 7)
• This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension)
• in addition to
• the base salary. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities. This is a
• full-time position
• and the appointment will be made on a
• continuing (permanent) basis.
• How To Apply
• In order to obtain;
• A copy of the Position Description; and