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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.
Bridgepoint's Kaupapa is to 'create pathways to success' for all our students. You'll provide our students with the opportunity to develop real and authentic learning pathways that staircase them into higher education, and ultimately, employment. You'll proactively engage in Treaty Based partnerships across the organisation, demonstrating your strong commitment to Tikanga and Mātauranga Māori.

Te āheinga: The opportunity
This is a unique opportunity that would support the required laboratory and practical components of courses in Bridgepoint Bridging Education as well as provide academic support to improve the progression of learners, particularly in mathematics and science.
The main responsibility for this role is to provide technical support toward practical activities in Bridgepoint including experimental design, lab setup, and pack-down after the lab session and provide equipment training to users with good laboratory practices, in accordance with the Unitec Health and Safety guidelines. You will also contribute to equipment and infrastructure procurement, planning and implementation.
Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

He kōrero mōu: About you
This is an exceptionally exciting role for someone who has career aspirations in engaging and supporting learners while integrating technical skills into their day-to-day. We're looking for someone who is an effective communicator. You are comfortable collaborating with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including academic staff, professional staff, industry stakeholders, and our learners.
You'll have:

• An understanding or desire to learn te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori

• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments

• Must be physically fit in order to undertake field work and lab preparation.

• The ability to instruct students and staff in the operation of equipment and technical matters, providing demonstrations to students in a group or on an individual basis based on teaching requirements.

• The successful candidate must be able to induct students and staff in the occupational health and safety requirements pertaining to the equipment and environments they will operate in, and to ensure compliance with any relevant legislation.

• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and deliver solutions to staff and students.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide both written and verbal instruction to a range of audiences.

• Must possess strong organisational and management skills to ensure timely completion of tasks and effective service delivery, particularly about planning and managing equipment and materials and maintenance of all relevant records and documentation.

• Demonstrate a commitment to ensure facilities and equipment are maintained in a clean and safe condition and that any issues identified are reported and rectified in accordance with Unitec Institute of Technology processes and Health and Safety requirements.

• A willingness to contribute to equipment and infrastructure procurement, planning and implementation.

Desirable

• An interest in researching new technologies and industry best practices and a commitment to ongoing development of knowledge relevant to the position.

• A current first aid certificate.

• NZ Drivers licence with 'F' endorsement.

Tā mātau rourou: What we offer
We might be biased but joining us at Unitec will mean you're committing to a work culture that you'll want to be a part of! You'll be working within a close-knit team and will also work closely with other teams across Unitec, giving you plenty of opportunities to get to know the wider group and the chance to give back to tomorrow's generation.

Tono mai: How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.
Apply now including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested and how you meet the requirements for the role. Application will close on 7th of November 2024 at 17:00
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 Pūkenga - 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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