Precinct Operations Coordinator
- University of New South Wales
- Australia, ACT
- Jul 14, 2026
Job Description:
Precinct Operations Coordinator, UNSW Canberra City
Employment type: Fixed-term contract, full-time (35 hours per week)
Duration: To 3 December 2027
Remuneration: Broadband 6/7. Level 6 from $ 108,021/Level 7 from $ 118,483 + leave loading + 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra City
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
As Precinct Operations Coordinator, and reporting to the Project Manager, you'll help keep the precinct running smoothly while supporting its continued growth. You'll coordinate key projects, governance activities, reporting and stakeholder engagement, ensuring services, systems and processes are efficient, responsive and aligned with strategic priorities. Working closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, you'll play an important role in delivering a connected and thriving precinct community.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
At Level 6
• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement including highly developed written and verbal communication skills and strong stakeholder management skills.
•Demonstrated ability to manage moderately complex projects and services with high attention to detail, accuracy and governance compliance.
• Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
• Project and/or service implementation experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
At Level 7 (in addition to the above)
• Proven track record of independently leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects and/or services from conception to evaluation.
• Experience driving process improvement and operational uplift within a team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, coaching or supervising staff.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Monday 27 July 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
For role-related queries please contact:
Rose Mackay - Project Manager
For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Partner
[email protected]
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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Job Description:
Precinct Operations Coordinator, UNSW Canberra City
Employment type: Fixed-term contract, full-time (35 hours per week)
Duration: To 3 December 2027
Remuneration: Broadband 6/7. Level 6 from $ 108,021/Level 7 from $ 118,483 + leave loading + 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra City
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
As Precinct Operations Coordinator, and reporting to the Project Manager, you'll help keep the precinct running smoothly while supporting its continued growth. You'll coordinate key projects, governance activities, reporting and stakeholder engagement, ensuring services, systems and processes are efficient, responsive and aligned with strategic priorities. Working closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, you'll play an important role in delivering a connected and thriving precinct community.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
At Level 6
• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement including highly developed written and verbal communication skills and strong stakeholder management skills.
•Demonstrated ability to manage moderately complex projects and services with high attention to detail, accuracy and governance compliance.
• Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
• Project and/or service implementation experience, with an understanding of the project life cycle and development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Highly proficient computer literacy with excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications.
At Level 7 (in addition to the above)
• Proven track record of independently leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects and/or services from conception to evaluation.
• Experience driving process improvement and operational uplift within a team environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring, coaching or supervising staff.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Monday 27 July 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
For role-related queries please contact:
Rose Mackay - Project Manager
For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Partner
[email protected]
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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