Product Owner - 1Place
Job no: 520046
Work type: Permanent Full time
Location: Brisbane - CBD & Inner Suburbs
Categories: Information Technology
Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you.
Join one of Australia’s Largest Leading Early Education Providers!
At G8 Education, we’re on a mission to shape the future! With 400+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 10,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 42,000 children every day.
As an ASX listed growth company, we’re committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Owner to join our team!
In this role, you’ll provide day-to-day support for our product portfolio, with a focus on 1Place Childcare. You’ll help keep things running smoothly by actioning support requests, troubleshooting issues, and assisting the Product Manager with ongoing improvements.
This is a great entry-level role for someone looking to grow their career in product and systems support. You’ll learn on the job, work with a variety of stakeholders, and build valuable experience in technology systems and product operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to and action support requests from the business (e.g., user access, data requests, audit queries).
- Help troubleshoot and resolve basic system or configuration issues.
- Assist the Product Manager with reports, planning, and coordination of initiatives.
- Support small projects and improvements from start to finish under guidance.
- Keep stakeholders updated on progress in a clear and timely way.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
- Identify and flag risks or issues early and escalate when needed.
- Support quality checks and help ensure tasks meet required standards.
About You
- Bachelor’s degree (or currently studying/near completion) is desirable but not essential.
- Experience with 1Place Childcare is highly regarded, but training will be provided.
- Some experience in a business or system support role (work placement, internship, or entry-level role) is beneficial.
- Strong interest in technology systems and willingness to learn.
- Good problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others and follow through on tasks.
- Familiarity with project or product management tools is a plus but not required.
- Prior experience in safety/compliance or HCMS is a bonus.
- Hold a valid working with children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement.
Benefits at G8
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid working conditions with 3 days in office and 2 from home.
- You have the option to choose out of our two state-of-the-art support offices. Located Brisbane CBD and Central Gold Coast.
- Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company
- Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre.
- Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more!
Find out more here: G8 Education
United by purpose. Guided by values.
At G8 Education, we’re proud to celebrate, support, and inspire our 10,000+ team members as they make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their own.
Driven by our purpose “to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn” and guided by our values, we’re shaping bright futures for children, families, communities, and each other.
Our values: Safety First & Always, Thriving Together, Owning the Outcome, Being the Difference, Building Bright Futures.
Our Recruitment Process
G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.
Our recruitment process involves several checks including, the possibility of psychometric testing which will be discussed during the initial stage of the recruitment process.
We also may require a police check along with verification of qualifications and right-to-work status.
Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only. G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible.
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