Technical Support Officer, Horticulture

• Full-time, fixed term position 29/07/2026 to 16/12/2026.
• Hawkesbury Campus, Richmond
• $85,778 – $97,006 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Provide technical support for teaching and research in horticulture and applied sciences.

The Opportunity
You will deliver technical support across teaching and research activities within the Applied Science team, with a focus on horticulture and agriculture-related disciplines. This includes preparing materials, equipment and teaching spaces for undergraduate practical classes, and providing in-class technical support to ensure safe and effective use of laboratory and field-based environments.

Support research activities by assisting students and academic staff with equipment use, ordering supplies and maintaining research facilities. Your role will involve working across a range of environments including laboratories, glasshouses, greenhouses and other intensive cropping facilities, ensuring they operate efficiently and meet required standards.

Maintain and calibrate specialised equipment, manage consumables and support procurement processes. You will contribute to safety and compliance by maintaining chemical inventories, supporting audits, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and University requirements. You will also assist with documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across technical services.

What Success Looks Like:

• Practical teaching spaces are prepared and operate safely and effectively.
• Research support is delivered accurately, enabling reliable use of equipment.
• Equipment and facilities are maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Compliance requirements are met across safety, chemicals and waste procedures.
• Technical processes and documentation are up to date and consistently followed.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Degree in Horticultural or Agricultural Sciences, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting practical teaching or research in horticulture or labs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage equipment, materials and facility operations.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and planning skills.
• Clear communication skills with ability to support staff and students.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Jennie Nelson, Technical Manager, Science, Education & Humanities via [email protected]. Please include the job reference code REF1485A.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday 17 July 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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