Technical Officer

A Technical Officer installs and maintains equipment and machinery in the manufacturing industry. You might design and develop new manufacturing systems or equipment or perform repairs, adjustments or servicing on existing systems. Technical Officers might respond to problem issues or develop ways to make systems run more efficiently.

Technical Officers should be excellent problem solvers and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of circumstances. Attention to detail is important and you’ll need to have excellent observational skills. Technical Officers must be able to work well in a team and communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a technical officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
MEM40119

Certificate IV in Engineering (CNC Programming)

On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $8,096
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine

On Campus
4 years
$35,215
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil)

On Campus
4 years
$74,880
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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