Technical Officer in Health Science

• Diverse client-facing role supporting Head/s of School, staff and students.
• Are you a go-getter, a quick learner, eager to proactively solve problems, with a friendly personality and excellent computer skills?
• Join the Division of Health and be part of the team that is committed to addressing health inequities and preventable diseases, with a particular focus on improving Māori and Pacific health outcomes.

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As a Technical Officer in the Division of Health, you'll deliver high-quality technical support that underpins our teaching and research in Health Science from applied sciences and clinical skills to simulation and cutting-edge digital technologies. Your expertise will help bring learning to life, ensuring our students gain the practical, hands-on experience they need to excel.

You'll be part of a collaborative team of Technical Officers, each with specialist skills, working together to support the Division's professional health programmes. While you'll have your own focus area, you'll also share knowledge and responsibilities across the team, particularly with colleagues in clinical and applied sciences, ensuring our staff and students receive seamless, expert support at every stage.

Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Emma Woutersen, Division Director,  . All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You are an experienced and hands-on technical professional with a strong background in a scientific/ health science laboratory-based environment. You have a proven track record in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments, equipment, reagents etc. Additional experience in handling and operating simulation manikins, VR technologies and basic AV/IT equipment and devices would be ideal. Your expertise extends to planning and coordinating teaching and research activities with a strong emphasis on health and safety. You are highly skilled in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and contributing to the development of new resources, with excellent written and oral communication abilities, advanced ICT skills, and strong analytical and data management capabilities. 

You are highly organised and capable of leading multiple small to medium projects simultaneously, managing complex workloads and prioritising tasks effectively. Flexibility with timing to accommodate varying lab schedules is important for this role. Your experience includes project coordination, inventory tracking, arranging servicing, and raising purchase requests. You possess knowledge of health and safety requirements, ideally with experience in tertiary academic or healthcare settings, and hold a full New Zealand driver's licence (or equivalent). A relevant tertiary qualification is essential, and a Master's qualification or scientific instrument servicing experience is highly desirable.

Don't meet every single requirement?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? 

The Division of Health undertakes research and teaching to achieve better, fairer health outcomes in Aotearoa. Currently, it offers programmes in Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Clinical, Pharmacy and Sport Development and Coaching. Future plans include establishing graduate-entry programmes in Medicine, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.  The Division of Health is committed to addressing health inequities and preventable diseases, with a particular focus on improving Māori and Pacific health outcomes. 

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success  Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close Friday 12th December 2025

Requisition number: 1003128