Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities.
With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.
About the Role
Career Consultants collaborate with Faculty partners to integrate and embed career and life design into the curriculum. The team provides consultation and expert advice in scaffolding career development learning in the course and student experience.
You will design, tailor and facilitate engaging learning experiences across multiple formats, including in‐class sessions, online learning, group coaching, and one‐on‐one career consultations.
The team partner with faculty stakeholders to identify opportunities to embed and scaffold career education in courses and apply contemporary career development and adult learning principles to support high‐quality learning outcomes.
You will also collaborate with Employability Coordinators and the broader UTS Careers team to ensure students receive consistent, aligned support across the curriculum and co‐curriculum. They participate in the delivery of employability initiatives and work as an integrated member of UTS Careers, supporting other activities as required.
We are currently hiring for
two positions:
A full time,
fixed term position until November ****
A full time,
continuing position
If successful in applying for this role, you will be responsible for:




Developing and maintaining strategic relationships with faculty stakeholders for the integration of career development learning in curriculum
Designing, delivering, and evaluating engaging and inclusive career education that supports student learning and is informed by contemporary career development and adult learning principles.
Providing tailored individual and group career support, ensuring diverse student needs are met.
Working collaboratively with Employability Coordinators and the broader UTS Careers team towards achieving UTS Careers Strategic goals.
Please note: The Careers Consultant is required to hold a valid Working With Children Check.
With examples, please outline in a separate document, how you meet the following key selection criteria:
Demonstrated expertise in career development learning, including the ability to apply career and life design methodology and contemporary adult learning theories within a higher education context.
Extensive experience designing and facilitating engaging, inclusive, and cutting-edge career development learning, delivered across multiple modalities, including asynchronous, synchronous, online, and in‐person environments.
Proven experience providing one‐on‐one career consultations,



demonstrating responsiveness to diverse student needs and the ability to support students at different stages of their career development.
Demonstrated ability to proactively build collaborative relationships with academic and professional staff, including the capacity to communicate effectively, negotiate priorities, and provide expert advice within complex faculty environments to embed and scaffold career development learning in the curriculum.
A collaborative and proactive approach to working as part of a team, including the ability to share expertise, contribute to collective goals, and work effectively with colleagues to support high‐quality career education and services for students.
Base Salary Range: $ 111,740 - $143,166 pa (HEW7/8)
This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
Closing Date: Thursday 15 October **** at 11:59pm (AEST)
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.
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 ****, 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.
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📌 Careers Consultant (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Technology Sydney
📍 Sydney