- Lead facilities, housekeeping, reception, catering and events
- Build a collaborative, accountable and service-focused culture
- Deliver operational improvement, campus readiness and capital works

The Position The Women’s College is seeking an accomplished and highly visible operational leader to take responsibility for the coordination and performance of its campus operations. Reporting to the Principal, the Head of Campus Operations will lead a multidisciplinary team spanning facilities, housekeeping, reception, catering and events. This newly established position will provide a single point of accountability for campus operations, ensuring the College remains secure, efficient, well-coordinated and consistently presented to a high standard. The role will establish clear operating rhythms, service expectations, decision-making frameworks and escalation pathways, while strengthening collaboration and accountability across operational teams.

A key focus will be ensuring the College’s residential, common, event and guest-facing spaces are operationally ready and aligned with its standards. The successful candidate will oversee service providers and contractors, coordinate operational priorities during peak periods and lead facilities-related capital works, renovations and strategic projects. They will also strengthen operational governance, reporting, risk management and continuous improvement across the College.

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience leading multidisciplinary teams within a complex service environment, ideally encompassing residential, education, hospitality, campus or community operations. They will be a practical and decisive people leader who can set clear expectations, manage competing priorities and build a collaborative,



service-oriented culture.

Experience in facilities and contractor management, major capital works, operational planning and continuous improvement will be highly regarded. The successful candidate will be visible, approachable and calm under pressure, with strong commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for students, staff, alumnae, guests and the wider College community.

The Organisation

Insert The Women’s College is a leading academic residential college for women and the first university college of its kind established in Australia. Situated within the University of Sydney, the College has a proud tradition of women’s achievement, leadership and service.

The College provides a vibrant residential community where students are supported to achieve academic success, develop their leadership capabilities and build lifelong connections. Through its residential, educational, cultural and community programs, the College is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience while preserving its heritage and ensuring its long-term sustainability.

The Women’s College is built on scholarship, leadership, equity and connection. Its staff act with integrity, champion inclusion, support the success and wellbeing of others, and contribute to an workplace where women are empowered to achieve their potential and make a positive impact.

To apply: please visit https://futureleadership.com.au/opportunities/head-of-campus-operations-twqhoc1126/ and click ‘Apply Now’, using reference TWQhoc1126, addressing your cover letter and resume to Liam King and Sarah Campbell of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.

Close Date: December 4, 2026 23:59 AEDT

📌 Head of Campus Operations @ The Women's College, University of Sydney
🏢 Future Leadership
📍 Sydney