Te Wānanga Aronui o Tāmaki Makau Rau | Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry.
- Dynamic and Culturally Rich Organisation
- Collaborative and Impactful Role
- Great Team Environment
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Are you an experienced technician with a strong understanding of health and safety in laboratory or technical environments? Are you passionate about creating safe, well-run facilities that support innovative teaching and research? We're looking for a proactive and people-focused Senior Technician - Safety and Compliance Support to join our Faculty Technical Services team at AUT.
This full-time, permanent position is based at our City Campus and plays a key role in supporting compliance across a wide range of specialist spaces within the Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies (DCT). The successful candidate will work closely with our Technical Specialist - Safety and Compliance to ensure the safe and compliant management of hazardous substances, equipment, and facilities across the faculty's four schools.
About the Role
In this role, you'll support compliance activities under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act (HSNO), help maintain inventories and documentation, and coordinate inductions and training for students and staff. You'll also deputise for the Specialist during absences, stepping into a leadership position to ensure consistent oversight of health, safety, and environmental practices.
This is a highly collaborative and hands-on role. You'll work across all four schools within the faculty, across diverse technical environments like labs, studios, and workshops, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term compliance planning. Being approachable, adaptable, and relationship-driven is key to your success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Support compliance with HSNO and related codes of practice.
- Maintain hazardous substances registers and ensure correct storage and labelling.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of Safe Methods of Use (SMOUs).
- Deliver training, inductions, and guidance to staff and students.
- Coordinate waste disposal and environmental safety practices.
- Ensure emergency response procedures are up to date and regularly tested.
- Act in the capacity of the Technical Specialist during periods of absence.
- Build strong working relationships across the four schools and foster a culture of safety and cooperation.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You'll be a confident and detail-oriented technician who is:
- Proactive, dependable, and solutions-focused.
- A genuine people person who builds strong relationships and communicates clearly across a wide range of disciplines.
- Experienced in managing compliance or health and safety in technical or lab-based environments.
- Familiar with hazardous substance handling and documentation requirements.
- Organised, calm under pressure, and able to work independently.
- Committed to supporting safe, inclusive, and collaborative environments.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
AUT is a contemporary university focused on innovation, real-world learning, and inclusive excellence. As part of our Technical Services team, you'll help maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance while supporting creative and research excellence.
If you care deeply about safety, enjoy working with people, and want to make a meaningful contribution to a forward-thinking academic environment, we'd love to hear from you.
AUT is a fantastic place to work and has excellent staff benefits, including free study, a personal fund for your continued professional development, free membership to AUT gyms, and generous leave allowances.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and CV with your application by clicking the "APPLY" button.
Ngā Utu | Salary: $73,000 - $87,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Tohutoro Mahi | Job Reference: 92474
Te rā aukati | Closing Date: 19th June 2025, at 11:55 pm.
- Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week
