QinetiQ employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.
QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.
We are currently looking for casual Site Supervisor coverage in two of our Maker Space Sites - Darwin (1-2 days) and Townsville (2-3 days) – to join our Engineering Services business. We encourage candidates with strong Maker skills whom are looking for a unique employment opportunity.
Reporting to the Makerspace Project Manager, you will be the onsite supervisor and technical coordinator who will be working with both the Project Manager and local unit innovation representatives to deliver the Army Makerspace Program. The Site Supervisor will support the establishment and day to day operation of their assigned Makerspace.
As the Makerspace – Site Supervisor your responsibilities will include:
Supervise the day to day running of the Makerspace including, maintaining consumable levels, machine readiness, housekeeping and health and safety management. Client induction management and technical training, inclusive of coordination and delivery. Safety system administration and implementation. Equipment and consumable management. Support and guidance to local innovation activities and events. Assist in the development of site specific SOPs. Facility and equipment usage data collection and reporting. Assist users in developing creative problem-solving and ideation skills through using your experience and technical knowledge to assist concept and prototype development. Consult with users to identify project support requirements. Work with user and Makerspace support network to develop a technical support plan. Assist in the setup and running of makerspace operational processes to deliver on unit innovation and experimentation goals. Troubleshoot equipment as well as project problems and report to the appropriate stakeholder or take action as necessary. To be successful in the role of Makerspace - Site Supervisor you will require:
Minimum 5 years technical trades experience in Electronics, IT, Electrical, Fitter machinist or Mechanical / or minimum 2 years engineering experience in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics or a similar discipline. Experience working on design and prototyping unique solutions or low rate production runs. Experience with any of the following; Laser CNC, 3D printing, PCB Printing (eg.Voltera), VR/AR dev, software programmable kits, smart applications and general prototyping. Ability to coach and mentor users to achieve project requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage the operation of fabrication machines and associated software. Ability to research and select off the shelf software solutions in order to make timely project recommendations regarding necessity, purchasing and deployment. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must also be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance. Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Joanne Burns via email: . A position description is available upon request.
Looking for an Employer with Benefits? At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You'll share in the company's success, and be rewarded for your own. We'll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.
Some Of Our Benefits Include:
Individual professional development fund Flexible work Purchased leave program and loyalty leave Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave Annual incentive scheme Complimentary salary continuance insurance Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back Relaxed dress code A full list of our employee benefits can be found here: en-au/careers/benefits
As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.
QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.
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