Material Handler Support

Role overview

Join a collaborative team at UQ Biological Resources that supports high-impact research in a university setting. In this permanent, full-time role, you will help keep material handling and specialised cleaning services running smoothly so research activities can continue to operate at a high standard.

The position is based across the Herston Campus and the TRI Dutton Park Precinct. It offers a base salary of $70,318 to $77,400 plus 17% superannuation at HEW Level 3.

What you will do

• Carry out cage wash and material handling duties such as cleaning, sterilising, and processing specialised equipment.
• Support waste management, equipment upkeep, quality control, and biosecurity practices.
• Work with internal teams and stores staff to manage supply flow, stock coordination, inventory, and distribution.
• Assist with basic animal husbandry tasks and, when required, take part in rostered weekend and public holiday shifts after training.
• Handle physically active work that includes lifting, pushing, and moving equipment and supplies.

What you will bring

You should be a reliable and practical team member who takes pride in accurate work and contributes positively to research support services. The role suits someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

• A Certificate III, or Year 12/Certificate II combined with relevant experience, or an equivalent mix of education and work background.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong focus on detail, quality, and consistency.
• Good planning and time management skills, with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Prior experience in laboratory animal facilities or similar settings.
• Familiarity with cage wash processes, waste handling, and specialised equipment.
• Understanding of WHS, OGTR, and biosecurity requirements, along with basic animal handling experience.

Why this role is appealing

UQ offers a supportive environment where you can contribute to meaningful research and work with people from diverse backgrounds. Benefits include up to 26 weeks of paid parental and primary care leave, 17% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, flexible work options, health and wellbeing programs, a discounted Study for Staff program, on-campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Additional information

Pre-employment screening may include proof of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks, and required immunisations. Checks related to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements may also apply.

Applicants must hold unrestricted work rights in Australia for the full duration of the appointment. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this role.

The organisation encourages applications from people with different career paths and experiences, including candidates who may not meet every criterion but can show strong potential. Support for accessibility needs is available during recruitment.

Applications close on Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. Interviews are tentatively planned for late July.

How to apply

Applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter explaining how their background matches the requirements of the role. Email submissions will not be accepted. For role-specific queries, contact Sean O’Loughlin at [email protected]. For application support, contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] and include the job reference number in the subject line.