Mechanical Instrument Technician

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About ANSTO

The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) is home to Australia’s nuclear science and technical expertise. More than 1000 scientists, engineers and experts work at ANSTO and use nuclear science and technology to answer the big questions in the world around us – improving health outcomes, increasing our understanding of the environment and climate change and identifying new opportunities for Australian industry.

We operate much of our country’s landmark science facilities including one of the world’s most modern nuclear research reactors (OPAL) and four world class particle accelerators in the Centre for Accelerator Science (CAS). Our accelerator facilities provide analysis techniques that can be applied to solve important environmental, health and materials issues in Australia and around the world. We work closely with our industrial and scientific partners and collaborators to provide valued data from a wide range of accelerator based capabilities.
 

About the position

Our team is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and development of the four ANSTO particle accelerators and associated scientific infrastructure. You will report to the Manager, Accelerator Systems and Development Group who leads a motivated team of technical and engineering specialists. The team is ready to help you learn about accelerator systems and teach you skills that will increase your in-depth knowledge of accelerators and associated systems including vacuum engineering, ion sources, magnetism, and 3D drafting to complement the mechanical engineering qualifications and expertise that you will already have. The Centre for Accelerator Science creates opportunities for career development that will benefit you and ANSTO into the future.

To be considered for this role, you will need to demonstrate your attention to detail, fault finding and problem solving skills, and ability to adhere to strict protocols and guidelines at all times. It is critical that our team works together so both written and verbal communication and strong team work skills are essential.

“This is a great opportunity to work in a team of highly skilled and motivated people on some of the most exciting and interesting scientific equipment in Australia.
This role is where you can grow as a technician and develop skills and knowledge that will benefit you and ANSTO well into the future. You will be surrounded by enthusiastic personnel who uphold safety and quality equally in one of the largest scientific facilities in Australia.” - David Garton, Accelerator Systems and Development Group Manager


Duties and responsibilities following extensive training and development

• Providing best in class practises in mechanical and accelerator systems engineering to maintain, repair and upgrade the four ANSTO accelerators to a ready-to-use state in line with the usage schedules;
• Providing mechanical expertise to design, build, install and commission new beamlines, scientific equipment and associated plant, often from conceptual designs by research personnel;
• Assemble and supervise small teams from staff within the group, contractors and/or visiting personnel to ensure that accelerator maintenance work is completed as scheduled to best in class standards.
• Providing expertise in vacuum engineering and be a  go-to person to rectify or provide advice on vacuum system restorations.

 
Skills and Experience

• Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and/or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience as a technician in an industrial and/or scientific instrumentation or complementary role.
• Ability to proactively apply diagnostic skills to seek and resolve potential problems.
• Experience in designing basic to complex mechanical and/or electromechanical equipment on a range of scales.
• Work in a team environment promoting a safety first attitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience in the preparation of written technical reports and presentations.

 Why join ANSTO?

• ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do. We enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians.
• We are proudly taking action to create a diverse and gender-inclusive workforce where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, at all job levels.
• All aspects of employment including the decision to hire is based on competence and strengths. We consider skills that can be picked up on the job through various training & development, collaboration and mentoring opportunities we provide.
• Our hiring process regards applicants for their aptitudes, allowing them to present themselves in the way they want to be professionally acknowledged.  
• We provide equality in remuneration, opportunities for career advancement and flexible working conditions to promote a work-life balance that takes into account children, dependents and family responsibilities.

We support and reward our employees through eligibility for:

• Training, development and mentoring opportunities
• Performance based salary increases
• Work-life balance with generous leave entitlements and flexible conditions

Located in the Sutherland Shire, we have free onsite parking, a swimming pool, health and wellbeing programs and an onsite café.

If you want to join a world class organisation that’s making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now!

TO APPLY and view the Position Information Package please visit www.ansto.gov.au and follow the links to the Current Vacancies page.

For further technical information relating to this position please refer to the Position Information Package or contact David Garton on (02) 9717 3665. For all other queries please contact the HR Shared Services Team on +61 (02) 9717 3111. 

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment. 

All applicants must be Australian citizens.

Applications must be submitted on-line via our website.
 
In order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes – and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender-inclusive workforce. 


Applications close: 27 July 2018