Vacancy Number: 140

Position Title: SMS Test and Data Migration Specialist

Employment Status: Fixed Term Contract (1 January 2026 - 28 August 2026)

Department: ED People & Student Success

Location: Preston

Award Classification: Melbourne Polytechnic Academic Professional Staff Agreement (Over Agreement)

Salary: $115,000 - $120,000 per annum + superannuation

Hours per Week: 38

Applications Close: Wednesday 15 October 2025

Why Join Us

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:

Industry-led, hands-on training

Inclusive, future-focused environments

A strong commitment to staff wellbeing

A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care

About the Role

Melbourne Polytechnic is seeking an SMS Test and Data Migration Specialist to support the effective delivery of functional testing and data migration services for the implementation of a new Student Management System (SMS). This is a great opportunity to contribute to strategic projects, drive operational improvements, and support collaborative team success in a purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead or support key business functions in SMS testing and data migration.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to improve operations and services.

Support implementation of testing procedures, tools, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Contribute to compliance, quality, and risk mitigation.

Maintain accurate records and reports aligned to internal and regulatory standards.

Skills and Experience Required

Relevant qualifications and/or experience in Project Management, Business, or IT.

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Organised and detail-oriented with a solutions mindset.

Experience in test management and data migration for large enterprise systems.

Familiarity with SMS and CRM systems in the VET or HE sector is advantageous.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide:

A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)

A National Police Check

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your application through Melbourne Polytechnic’s careers portal. There, you will be able to view the full Position Description and upload your documents.

Please:

Complete all pre-screening questions

Upload your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD

If applying for a teaching role, upload combined copies of your relevant qualifications and provide your USI VET Transcript (if available):

Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section

File Requirements:

Each file must be under 2MB. PDF is preferred (Word .doc or .docx also accepted). Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g., ! @ # % *).

Selection Process

Our process includes:

An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)

Reference checks

Employment and qualification verification

Questions?

Contact: Recruitment Team

Email: [email protected]

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.