• Be part of a collaborative team supporting UWA’s schools.
• Make a meaningful impact within a world-renowned institution.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis with the UWA School of Agriculture and Environment and the School of Molecular Sciences
• Base salary range: $ 83,212– $ 92,231p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

College Services provides academic administration and technical support to UWA’s schools, supporting Heads of School, academic staff, and research students. The Schools Operations team, as part of this area, is dedicated to providing high-quality services that drive the Schools' and University’s strategic objectives through continuous improvement and best practices.

About the opportunity

• Undertake a range of administrative responsibilities to support the day-to-day operations of UWA’s schools.
• Provide general administrative support for the school(s), across all functions associated with school operations – such as Executive Officer duties for Committees, Prizes and events, HDR student on-boarding support and others.
• Work across teams, contributing to effective program support and responding flexibly to changing demands.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar administrative capacity, with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in a range of Office 365 applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; and other services such as OneDrive, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to providing quality customer service.
• Initiative and sound judgment in responding to complex enquiries and providing policy guidance.

Position description: PD - School Operations Officer (521376).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jacqueline McNally at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 9 October 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.