Technician
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LSG034
The Opportunity
The School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics is one of the largest schools in the University of the South Pacific and is resourced to pursue excellence in teaching and research. The school offers several Undergraduate programs, including two Professional programmes in ICT (Bachelor of Networks & Security and Bachelor of Software Engineering) accredited by the Australian Computer Society, two Engineering programmes (Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering) accredited by Engineering New Zealand, Civil Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Information Systems and Mathematics.
The School also offers Postgraduate programmes in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, and Physics, as well as Master's and PhD programmes across all its disciplines. The School is now considering interested staff who can join the dynamic team and take the School forward, with particular attention to new and expanding fields in Science and Technology, and a focus on the Pacific.
The purpose of this position is to provide technical, emergency and OHS support in mechanical, civil, and electrical areas in School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics (STEMP).
Specific Duties
The appointee will assist in the day-to-day technical operations of the School, providing support in mechanical, civil, and electrical areas. The position requires a person who is versatile, hands-on, and capable of working independently as well as within a team. Key responsibilities include providing technical assistance in laboratory and workshop activities, maintaining and repairing mechanical, civil, and electrical equipment, supporting academic staff and students in practical sessions and project work and ensure that safety standards and procedures are followed in all technical operations.
Judgement, independence and problem solving;
(i) Judgement: exercise judgement in a broad range of complex tasks.
(ii) Independence: independence in the use of established techniques and practices in performing relatively complex tasks.
(iii) Problem solving: solve problems of a complex nature, perhaps in a team situation.
To perform the tasks required, the appointee will need to:
(i) Apply a body of broad knowledge and experience to a varied range of tasks.
(ii) Apply a body of broad knowledge and experience to a limited range of more complex tasks.
(iii) Apply a body of broad knowledge and experience in the development of areas of specialist expertise including functions, policies, practices or subject matter.
(iv) New graduates at this level may apply theoretical knowledge in a straightforward way.
(v) Provide instruction or advice and decisions on rules and entitlements.
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The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
A degree in a relevant discipline (Physics/Engineering) with one (1) year of relevant work experience; or
(ii) A diploma in a relevant discipline (Physics/Engineering) and three (3) years of relevant work experience, specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
(iii) A combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Enquiries and further information: Professor Bibhya Sharma
The position is available for a term of three (3) years and may be renewed by mutual agreement
Salary Range
- FJ $33,327.85 to FJ $42,084.19 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 26 April 2026
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
