Project Officer
Job No.: 691482
Location: Mulgrave
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Fixed Term until 31 December 2026
Remuneration: $86,344 - $$99,179 pa HEW Level 05 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a major university-wide transformation, supporting the implementation of a new Time & Attendance framework that will shape how workforce operations are managed into the future. As Project Officer, you will sit at the centre of this change working across faculties, engaging with a diverse stakeholder group, and directly influencing the successful transition from legacy systems to modern, streamlined processes.
You will gain exposure to complex, high-volume operational environments while building deep expertise in payroll compliance, workforce data integrity, and system implementation. The role offers a unique blend of project delivery and hands-on operational support, allowing you to apply both strategic thinking and practical problem-solving skills in a dynamic setting.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working with data and systems, and is motivated by delivering tangible improvements to processes and user experience. You will have the opportunity to strengthen your project management capabilities, develop stakeholder engagement skills, and contribute to establishing consistent, sustainable business practices across the University.
By joining during this critical transition period, you will not only help ensure a smooth implementation but also leave a lasting impact on how workforce operations are delivered enhancing compliance, efficiency, and service quality across the institution.
About You
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Demonstrated experience supporting projects through to completion, delivering outcomes in line with agreed standards and timeframes.
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Proven commitment to delivering excellent customer service, with a hands-on approach and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling sensitive or confidential information.
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Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
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Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, interpret data, and implement effective solutions.
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High level of computer literacy, including experience with enterprise business systems (e.g. SAP) and data management tools.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Learn more about Monash.
Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Jamie Blott, Senior HR Project Officer, Jamie.Blott@monash.edu, 03 9905 6674
Position Description: Project Officer
Applications Close: Monday 11th May 2026, 11:55pm AEST
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