Technical Assistant - Horticulture

Tafensw•Richmond, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact. That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance. We invest in our people At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work. We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options. Join our dynamic team as a Technical Assistant, where you will be responsible for class preparation, storing and monitoring supplies and producing, maintaining and servicing teaching aids and equipment to support teaching staff with the effective and efficient delivery of educational programs.

Requirements

A valid Working with Children Check (required prior to commencement).
Qualifications appropriate to the role and trades area and/or relevant industry experience in horticulture.
Demonstrated ability to service, clean, repair and safely operate workshop machinery.
Demonstrated application of practical, administration and computer skills to support supply, stores, maintenance, warehouse related duties and record keeping or similar activities.
Demonstrated customer service, organisational skills and ability to work as a member of a team with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate a Skid Steer
As required, possession of or willingness to obtain prior to commencement of employment, the following: Drivers Licence
As required, possession of or willingness to obtain prior to commencement of employment, the following: Forklift Licence

Responsibilities

Maintaining and cleaning the workshop, and preparing workshops ready for classes
Performing servicing, maintenance, cleaning and routine repairs of workshop tools and equipment
Preparing materials for classes, including cutting steel to required lengths using power tools
Maintaining, servicing and running signage equipment to ensure effective operation of the equipment
Stock management and supply ordering
As part of this role, you may be required to travel and provide support for classes at TAFE campuses beyond Richmond.