• Exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and innovative administrator to join a collaborative team.
• Provide operational excellence to the School of Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science supporting the Physics Department.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.  The Schools Operations team provides academic support services and general administrative support to the University’s Schools.

About the opportunity

• Support coordination and delivery of programs and events across the School of Physics, Maths and Computer Science.
• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure high quality service provision and responding to changing demand.
• Use your initiative and sound judgment to handle complex queries, contribute to service improvements and implement new processes.
• This role supports research laboratory operations for the department, including safety governance, in an environment with diverse stakeholder relationships across a broad research environment.

About you

•  Relevant tertiary qualifications and substantial administrative experience.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft suite including SharePoint, power automate, MS Teams and excel,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a commitment to high-level customer service.

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION School Operations Officer (521095).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Daniela Roberts at daniela.roberts@uwa.edu.au

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.

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

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 16th September 2025.

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

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 people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.