About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

- Help shape how one of Australia's leading universities plans and manages its campus spaces.
- Develop valuable experience in space management, data analysis, facilities planning, and spatial information systems.
- Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary range: $80,293– $85,291 plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Campus Management is responsible for planning, developing, managing and operating UWA’s physical estate and infrastructure. The team delivers property, facilities, asset management and capital works services that support teaching, research and campus life across the University.

Within Campus Management, the Estate Strategy team provides specialist expertise in space planning and management, ensuring the University’s physical spaces are effectively recorded, utilised and planned to meet future needs. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate space information and supporting evidence-based decision making across the University. Based on the beautiful Crawley campus, you will work closely with stakeholders across faculties, professional teams and external consultants.

About the opportunity

- Maintain and improve the University’s space management records, databases, floor plans and spatial information systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, compliance with recognised space management standards, and supporting external benchmarking and reporting requirements.
- Conduct space audits, utilisation reviews, occupancy and capacity assessments, and analyse space-related data to support campus planning, benchmarking, reporting and informed decision-making.




- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultants to manage space information requests, support signage and wayfinding initiatives, assist with space allocation processes, and contribute to space management projects and continuous improvement activities.

About you

- Relevant qualification at Diploma or Certificate IV level, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Experience working with databases, spreadsheets, data management systems or similar business information platforms, including maintaining accurate data and records.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and work confidently with large volumes of data, documentation, and floor plan information.
- Ability to interpret floor plans, drawings, diagrams or spatial information, supported by well-developed graphical communication skills and familiarity with CAD drawings or related spatial information systems.
- Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative, customer-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Note

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

To learn more about this opportunity,



please contact Melita O'Donnell at [email protected]

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 2 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

- Adaptable working options.
- Generous paid leave including parental leave.
- Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
- Salary packaging available.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
- Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
- Discounted health insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

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