SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$77,040 to $82,054 pa (HEW 4)
ONGOING, FULL TIME

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

The School of Engineering

The School of Engineering has an excellent track record of rapid expansion and program diversification, whilst maintaining exceptional rigour and quality in the delivery of engineering programs at Bachelor, Masters, and PhD levels. The School has a strong commitment to delivering very high quality engineering education with depth and breath, producing world class research outcomes, and engaging with and community stakeholders to the benefit of teaching and research activities and to improve graduate outcomes.

About the Opportunity

The School of Engineering is seeking a dynamic and motivated School Officer to join our administration team. The primary role of the School Officer is to perform routine administrative and other support functions for the school. They are the first point of contact for enquiries related to the administration of the school and its staff. They also assist in many other tasks outside of their daily role to support the school’s operations. Each School Officer usually have a core job and predominant skill. They are expected to understudy other team members at the same and/or the next level for the purposes of training, ability to provide absence coverage, and to develop additional competencies required for further career development.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic fast paced environment, self-motivated, and enjoys collaborative and teamwork.

About you

Selection Criteria

• Relevant qualification and work experience in a tertiary institution or similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, maintain attention to details, and deliver timely and accurate outcomes in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to professionally and empathetically to a broad range of stakeholders, including students, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Possess strong computer literacy skills demonstrated through ability to efficiently use a wide range of software and digital tools to support workplace productivity and communication.
• Demonstrated experience in providing high-quality administrative support across diverse areas such as finance, human resources, student services, and stakeholder liaison.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently, showing initiative, sound judgement, and a proactive approach to problem solving and supporting operational needs beyond routine duties.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

Interested applicants are welcome to call Ms Audrey Gan on (08) 6304 5927 or email at [email protected] for more information.

Application Process

Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Selection Criteria.

Advert Closure

Applications close Thursday 9 October 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.