About UTS At UTS, we're a young, globally recognised university known for doing things differently. Based in the centre of Sydney, we work closely with industry, government, and the community to focus on outcomes that matter. Our strength lies in how we bring creativity, technology and innovation together to make a practical difference.

We're Australia's leading young university and consistently sit within the top 100 universities globally, a reflection of the scale of our ambition and the contribution of our people. When you join UTS, you become part of a community that values inclusion, supports access to education, and works towards positive change in society.

About the Team This role works within the Graduate Research School, reporting to the PVC HDR. This role supports effective operations, service delivery and coordination across academic and research activities.

Job Purpose The Senior Operations Officer provides high level administrative and operational support to faculties or divisions. The role collaborates with embedded and central teams to streamline processes, support service delivery and contribute to ongoing improvement.

Role Responsibilities

Provide administrative, procurement, travel and project support.

Coordinate recruitment activities, contract administration and honorary appointments.

Support staff induction and onboarding, including equipment and space coordination.

Contribute to health, safety, risk and compliance activities and reviews.

Support facilities, access, security, space management and staff relocations.

Manage records, SharePoint content and the resolution of operational queries. Skills, Attributes and Knowledge Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.

Effective written and interpersonal communication skills.





Ability to build positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Problem solving and analytical capability.

Technical capability and ability to learn systems and processes quickly.

Experience Experience in a similar administrative or operational role.

Experience supporting customer service in a complex setting.

Experience preparing employment contracts or supporting HR processes.

Experience improving administrative systems or processes.

Qualifications Degree level qualification or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

What We Offer Base Salary Range: $98,792.00 - $106,966.00 (HEW6) plus 17% superannuation (pension) The position is full time and will be made on a continuing basis. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

How to Apply Please include the following in your application and ensure all documents submitted include reference number IRC341213 and your name. 1. a cover letter stating your motivation for applying and addressing the selection criteria in the 'Position Description'. 2. a copy of your resume. For guidance on preparing your responses to the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria. Applications must be submitted via the UTS online recruitment system (current staff should apply through NEO).

UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion,



and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relative to opportunity where relevant. 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. General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to [email protected] Closing Date: 14 August 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST) You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Accessibility UTS Recruitment is committed to digital accessibility. If you experience any difficulty with the content of our advertising, please let us know so we can ensure our information is accessible to everyone.

In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway, please contact [email protected] for assistance. UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ+ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Senior Operations Officer (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Technology Sydney
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