• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Full-time and Fixed Term position
• HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126  + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Who  are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

As an Operations Coordinator, you will:

• Provide specialist technical advice, general instruction and support to staff and students regarding the use of complex equipment, production/exhibition spaces and procedures in the following areas:
• Creative production and associated equipment including, but not limited to, cameras, lighting, light meters, copy-stands, film and scanners, enlargers, digital printers and screen/projection/audio devices.
• Production spaces related to lighting studios, darkroom, creative studios and galleries.
• Coordinate the operations of the Creative Arts and Design disciplines, including the supervision of technical staff, provision of expert advice for equipment purchasing and evaluating developments in new technologies.
• Coordinate the successful operations and maintenance of the School's Creative Arts and Design facilities, including space preparations, scheduling of resources, and exhibition of work.
• Provide advice to assist students in exploring the aesthetic and technical possibilities of new digital media and promote opportunities for students and staff to develop content across multiple digital platforms, including post-production activities.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields;
• or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Extensive technical experience and management expertise in a relevant area; including, but not limited to, photography, visual arts and digital technology. An interest in the use of production equipment, in a creative arts context.
• Experience providing services and support in a large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures.
• Experience in operating in a high-pressure diverse environment, involving face to face, phone and written issue.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Thomas Salisbury (Senior Operations Coordinator) on thomas.salisbury@deakin.edu.au   

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 _PD, Operations Coordinator 

Applications for this position close on 10^th of May 2024

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.