• Design and deliver impactful staff professional development programs across the employee lifecycle
• Contribute to meaningful organisational change through workplace learning and development
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements, with generous leave entitlements and up to 17% employer superannuation

Are you a dynamic, innovative professional with a passion for growing people and organisations? We’re seeking a Workplace Learning & Development Specialist who brings not only deep expertise in learning design and delivery, but also a strategic lens for broader organisational development.

This is your opportunity to play a key role in reimagining how we equip our staff for success. In this pivotal position, you will lead end-to-end professional development initiatives that enhance capability and drive organisational effectiveness. Applying contemporary adult learning principles and a systems approach, you will design and deliver engaging programs that directly support the University’s strategic priorities. Your work will span needs analysis, facilitation, and robust evaluation, ensuring learning solutions are impactful and relevant. Your work will fuel capability uplift, support cultural change, and contribute to long-term organisational success.

You will collaborate closely with colleagues, leaders, and external partners to identify capability needs, embed learning strategies that foster growth and performance, and ensure our people have the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment where creativity, autonomy, and purpose are valued, and where your own professional growth is actively supported.

This is a full-time, ongoing position that offers the unique opportunity to contribute to significant organisational change. Requirement to work at various campuses with an obligation for presence at our beautiful Hawkesbury campus at stipulated times.

About You
We're seeking a motivated and energetic professional with a strong foundation in designing and delivering contemporary workplace learning programs. You bring at least five years’ experience in contemporary workplace learning and development, including analysing, designing, developing implementing, and evaluating workplace learning programs. Ideally, you’ll hold a TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent) and demonstrate ongoing professional development in adult learning. You’re someone who thrives in a collaborative, service-driven environment, with excellent communication, organisational and project management skills.

Your passion for exceptional customer service, coupled with your ability to contribute to strategic workforce initiatives, will see you make a meaningful contribution to the success of our people and the University.

Please review the position description for further information.

Why Western?
Western Sydney University isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performing, and future-ready workforce, where your contributions are valued and your potential is realised. You'll be joining a team that's passionate about people, driving strategic HR initiatives and organisational change that supports excellence in education and research. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment, where you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills. You will work with a team that is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformation.

Excited about this opportunity? Apply now, ensuring you address each of the screening questions in your application. Join Western Sydney University and make a meaningful impact every day!

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 8, Step 1: $138,029 p.a. (comprising a base salary of $116,636 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries:

Want more information? Reach out to Alison Barclay, Manager Professional Development, who welcomes the opportunity to talk to you about this role: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Senior Advisor Talent Acquisition, via email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 1st June 2025

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.