Senior Operations Officer

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia’s top young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.
About the Role
The Senior Operations Officer is responsible for providing high-level administrative and operational activities to the faculty, while actively collaborating with centralised university and/or embedded teams. This role delivers high-level administrative, facilities and operations support, streamlines processes, and ensures consistent, service delivery. Through advocating operational excellence and fostering partnerships between faculty, divisional administration and centralised services, the Senior Operations Officer drives ongoing service improvement and supports the university’s strategic goals.
If successful in applying for this role, you will be responsible for:Providing a range of high-level administrative, travel & expense, procurement and project supportCoordinating recruitment activities, contract administration and honorary appointments as well as induction and onboarding activitiesFacilitating health, safety, risk and compliance activities and best practice reviewsCoordinating procurement, managing orders and financial records, ensuring compliance with expenditure policies, and providing procurement system training and support.Providing staff with expert advice on creditor payments ensuring compliance with all relevant taxation, insurance, legal, and procurement policies and guidelines.Management of access, security systems, records and SharePoint for the department.Preparing casual academic employment contracts, liaising with staff, faculty teams and payroll, tracking contract progress, maintaining systems, and providing HR systems training.
With examples, please outline within your Cover Letter, how you meet the following key selection criteria: Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make recommendations leading to best outcomes for staff and students.Strong organisational and planning skills with a keen attention to detail, including the ability to prioritise workloads, work under pressure and remain flexible to changing priorities.Demonstrated experience in a similar administrative role in a large, complex and high-pressured environment.Ability to work with limited supervision, and to work with a small team with a willingness to help others.
Remuneration & Benefits
Base Salary Range: $98,792 - $106,966 pa (HEW 6)
This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis until December 2027
How To Apply
Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download:
full details of the application process;a copy of the position statement; andinformation on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions
Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC343541 and your name.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au
Closing Date: Monday, 17th of August 2026 at 11:59pm (AEST)
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.
UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.
Accessibility
Please note: If you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact recruitment@uts.edu.au for assistance.
At UTS, the concepts of equity and social justice are key to our core and purpose – we are recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and valuing diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.
Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we are now among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.