James Cook University Careers Directory Profiles

The opportunity to work on large projects with experts from different fields to deliver a project that serves the community. It is fascinating to follow these projects from their inception, overcome any challenges that arise, and witness their progress.

A balanced lifestyle is the key to success. Work hard but also take some time to hang out with friends, play with your pet or go for a run. 

Embrace every opportunity – There are so many clubs, networking events and workshops available at universities. Additionally, get involved with industry associations and their events. Having a network of people within the industry that you want to work in is extremely beneficial.

The coolest thing about my job is the fact that I help develop life-critical safety equipment which is used worldwide in all types of buildings and facilities, enabling those occupants to carry-on with their own potentially lifesaving or ground-breaking work