Total remuneration range: $138,193 to $156,633 pa
Remuneration:
$138,193 to $156,633 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $116,774 to $132,357 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Open to:
Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a School Manager to join School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering.
Join one of Australia's leading engineering schools and play a key leadership role in supporting the School's teaching, research and industry engagement activities. Reporting to the Head of School, you will lead school operations, provide strategic and operational advice, oversee administrative services and work closely with academic and professional staff to achieve the School's priorities. As a member of the Faculty of Engineering's senior professional staff team, you will contribute to workforce planning, budgeting, human resource management, governance and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a high-performing, collaborative and service-focused culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader with strong organisational, financial and stakeholder management skills to make a significant impact in a energetic university environment.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering (MMPE) is one of Australia's leading engineering schools,



delivering internationally recognised education and research across mechanical, medical, manufacturing, process, energy and materials engineering. The School has a strong industry focus and works closely with partners across engineering, health, energy, manufacturing, mining, food and beverage, and biotechnology sectors to address real-world challenges. Research within the School is supported by a number of nationally and internationally recognised research centres and collaborations, providing a vibrant and innovative environment for staff and students. The School is part of the Faculty of Engineering at QUT and contributes significantly to the University's teaching, research and external engagement priorities..
What you need to succeed
Relevant postgraduate qualifications and experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and administrative management experience.
Demonstrated experience managing effectively complex administrative functions, including developing and implementing strategies, workforce planning, budget management, human resource matters and the coordination of competing priorities
Demonstrated leadership capability, including experience coordinating, mentoring or supporting others, and the capacity to develop staff, build team capability and foster a collaborative, inclusive and service-focused culture.
Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives,



identify practical opportunities to improve administrative processes, and support the achievement of organisational priorities.
High-level written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear correspondence and presentations, as well as support committees or working groups.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT. At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
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📌 School Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland University Of Technology
📍 Brisbane