Fantastic casual opportunity to join the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Casual role starting ASAP
HEO6 Step 1 which is $70.63 per hour plus 12% super
About the opportunity
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) are currently seeking an Operation Officer to provide operational technology support to staff. You will provide support, assistance, and advice on hardware and software assets required to support teaching, research, including procurement, installation, disposal and accurate record keeping. This role will work closely with colleagues from across the Faculty, Schools and Professional Services Units including Information Communications Technology, Central Operations Services, Infrastructure, Financial Services, and Safety to achieve faculty outcomes.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
oversees the Faculty’s hardware assets ensuring that research, learning and teaching requirements are able to be met effectively, including the purchasing, installation and disposal of assets
maintains the assets register and undertakes annual asset verifications ensuring all assets are appropriately registered and accounted for
provides software advice and support, and assistance to Faculty staff
contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new initiatives and processes across the Faculty
About you
high level of computer skills and advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite of programs
highly developed customer service and project management skills with demonstrated ability to delivery within project timelines and improve service outcomes.
excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
displays proactive approach to continuous improvement initiatives, driving transactional and service-oriented improvements using automation, technology, process enhancement and innovative solutions
you work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Mari Lewis , Recruitment Operations by email to mari.lewis@sydney.edu.au .
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