Technical Officer Scientific - Nursing (Wyong)

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Technical Officer Scientific Nursing

Wyong Campus

Permanent Part-Time Part Year (14 hours/week for 41 weeks/year)

Salary package up to $100,536, includes salary ($80,246 – $88,576), employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (paid pro rata, based on part time hours completed)

 

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 and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs.

About the Role

The Technical Officer Scientific Nursing is a hands‑on, dynamic role at the heart of nursing education delivery. You’ll be instrumental in creating high‑quality, industry‑aligned clinical learning environments by preparing and maintaining labs, equipment and resources that bring practical nursing skills to life. Working closely with teaching staff, you’ll ensure every class is set up for success and reflects real‑world clinical practice.

Perfect for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, this role offers variety, collaboration and impact. From managing equipment and supplies to supporting safe, innovative learning spaces, you’ll play a vital role in shaping future nurses and supporting life‑changing education outcomes across TAFE NSW.

Please note this position is for 14 hours per week for 41 weeks per year, and the advertised annual salary will be pro-rated to reflect the part-time, part-year work schedule. If you have any questions relating to the salary, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

Essential Requirements

• A valid Working with Children Check (required prior to commencement)
• Current registration as Registered Nurse or are an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Medication Administration Certificate.

Mental Health Nursing Medication Administration Certificate.

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice, including the use of appropriate equipment in nursing procedures, medical terminology and infection control principles
• Demonstrated experience in administration, including inventory management, purchase and maintenance of equipment, and basic financial recording
• Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to work as a member of a team with minimal supervision in area relating to the role

To find out more about the role, click to view the  Role Description 

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close Sunday 31st May 2026 at 11.55pm AEST

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable, (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role.
• Response to the Targeted Question when prompted below (300 words max)

Targeted Question: Can you describe a time when standard equipment or learning resources were not suitable and needed to be modified or adapted to meet specific clinical, safety, or teaching requirements?

General recruitment, salary and adjustment enquiries: Please contact Peta Handley, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at Peta.handley@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries: Please contact Adam Andresen, Staffing Pool Coordinator via email: adam.andresen1@tafensw.edu.au

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW’s recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.  

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct. 

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.