At Unitec, we're passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.Te aheinga: The opportunityAs our Technician - Applied Science, you will be responsible for the setup and pack down of our teaching labs, where we deliver teaching on a range of topics from anatomy dissections to plant identification and simulated veterinary anaesthesia. You will also be looking after laboratory instruments and training people on how to use them, while upholding our Health and Safety guidelines here at Unitec. Additionally, you may be responsible for supporting fieldwork, collecting plant and insect samples for laboratories, and participating in various research projects.You'll have:An understanding or desire to learn te reo Maori, tikanga Maori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Maori.Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments.Expertise in providing technical support, advice, and assistance to students, academic staff, and research teams across various activities.Experience in facilitating and developing staff and student knowledge in the use of tools, machinery, equipment, and processes, with a focus on safe working practices.Responsibility for performing a range of duties related to the operation of specialized laboratories.Tono mai: How to ApplyTo be considered for this position, applicants must be NZ Citizens or NZ Permanent Residents. Apply now including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested and how you meet the requirements for the role. Applications will close on 8th of January 2025 at 17:00. We will reach out to all successful applicants once we return in January 2025.Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply.Unitec is a business division of Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.Disclaimer: This position has been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi who have had their position impacted by the National Office review process. Therefore, in assessing applications, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority.Unitec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
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