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Role Highlights

• Geraldton based, global project opportunity
• Be responsible for day-to-day operational, maintenance and engineering activities that keep the Observatory's facilities functioning safely, reliably and efficiently
• Join CSIRO - Australia's premier research organisation

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The Opportunity

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will transform our understanding of the Universe and fundamental physics. In Australia, SKAO is partnering with CSIRO to construct and operate the SKA-Low telescope on Wajarri Yamaji Country in remote Western Australia, supported by teams in Geraldton and Perth.

The Technical Facilities Manager plays a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of the SKA-Low telescope’s specialised infrastructure across the newly constructed Central Processing Facility (CPF), Remote Processing Facilities (RPF), and Central Power Station (CPS). These facilities house the core signal‑processing, control, monitoring and support systems for SKA‑Low. They contain major equipment including the power, cooling and other infrastructure needed to run the processing systems. The role will support handover of the facilities for operational readiness and into ongoing operations.

In this role, you will lead a skilled buildings team, including electricians and HVAC Technicians while planning and overseeing maintenance across critical infrastructure including high and low voltage electrical systems, advanced cooling systems for data processing equipment, HVAC, fire detection and suppression systems, and facility assets. Working closely with contractors and in-house trades, you will coordinate and supervise maintenance activities to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical and operational standards.