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.
Detailed Description

About the Team

This university-wide role works within a Faculty or Division operations team, supporting the day-to-day delivery of administrative and operational services. You will collaborate with leadership, academic and professional staff, central units and external stakeholders to help maintain effective and responsive operations.

About the Role

The Operations Officer provides broad administrative and operational support to enable the effective and effective management of the Faculty. Working under the general direction of the Operations Manager, you will manage varied priorities, resolve enquiries and contribute to service and process improvements.

About You

You are an organised and service-focused administrator who can manage competing priorities with accuracy, initiative and sound judgement. You communicate effectively, build positive stakeholder relationships and work confidently both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Role Responsibilities

- Provide administrative and operational support across travel and expenses, procurement, projects, recruitment,



contract administration and honorary appointments.

- Coordinate staff and contractor induction and onboarding activities, including access, workspace and equipment requirements.

- Support events, safety, risk, compliance, facilities and space management activities, including access and security administration.

- Resolve administrative, HR, financial, student, visitor and facilities enquiries in a timely manner, while contributing to improved processes and procedures.

Skills, attributes and knowledge

- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with demonstrated attention to detail when managing multiple or conflicting deadlines.

- Advanced computer skills across databases and common office software, including Outlook, Word and Excel, with the ability to learn unfamiliar systems quickly.

- Ability to work independently with limited supervision, apply sound judgement and contribute effectively within a team environment.

Experience

- Experience in a similar administrative or operational role within a large, complex and high-pressure environment.

- Demonstrated experience delivering responsive, high-quality client service to a broad range of stakeholders.

- Experience using administrative systems and contributing to the development or improvement of processes and procedures.

Remuneration/Salary

What We Offer

Base Salary Range: $ 87,295.00 - $ 99,865.00 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.

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