Project Officer, Sunswift Racing

The Opportunity

Sunswift Racing within the Faculty of Engineering, UNSW, is seeking a Project Officer to join one of the University’s flagship student-led engineering projects. In this role, you will provide high-quality project coordination, administrative and operational support to ensure the successful delivery of Sunswift’s initiatives. Working closely with project leaders, students and key stakeholders, you will contribute to planning, reporting, stakeholder engagement and communications, helping to drive project outcomes and support the continued success and impact of this internationally recognised program.

Based at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Sunswift Racing is a leading solar-electric vehicle development team. Our team was founded in 1996 by a small group of electrical academics and PhD students with the vision to build a car to compete in the World Solar Challenge. Since then, Sunswift has built several solar vehicles, with the eighth currently in production. Notably, our latest car, Sunswift 7, holds the Guinness World Record as the world’s fastest EV over 1000km on a single battery charge, garnering significant global media attention. The team collaborates with industry leaders to advance clean energy technologies. For more information go please visit our website: https://www.sunswift.com/

Job Details

• Salary, Level 6 - $108,021 to $115,233 per annum + 17% superannuation (pro-rated to 0.6 FTE)
• Part time (0.6 FTE)
• Fixed term – 24 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is a national and international leader in engineering research and education, and it is the University’s premier research faculty. It is the largest engineering faculty in Australia, graduating the most engineers and having the largest research expenditure. The faculty offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across eight schools, fostering innovation and addressing global challenges. With strong industry partnerships and cutting-edge research, UNSW Engineering prepares students to become leaders in their field. For more information about the Faculty of Engineering please refer to the faculty website: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/about-us

Skills & Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
• Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including the Microsoft suite.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Project experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

Please click the “Apply Now” button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

For role-specific inquiries, please contact Professor of Practice Richard Hopkins (Team Principle of Sunswift Racing)

E: ***************@unsw.edu.au

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Partner)

E: ***********@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Monday, 17 August 2026

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.