Faculty Business Operations Coordinator

Curtin Business School MBA; Australia; On-site; AUD 109,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

Curtin University invites applications for a Faculty Business Operations Coordinator in the Faculty of Health Sciences. This fixed-term, full-time role coordinates operational and administrative functions for the Faculty Office, supports a small team and collaborates with internal service providers to deliver efficient, well-documented services.

You will review processes, drive improvements and help shape how the Faculty operates, leveraging strong planning, organisation and

Qualifications

• Advanced interpersonal and oral communication skills with stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills in a dynamic, complex environment
• Analytical and problem solving abilities with ability to propose solutions
• Experience managing staff, with performance planning and reviews
• Understanding of financial and budget management
• High level written communication for reports and briefs
• Experience working in the higher education sector

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day business operations across assigned Faculty areas
• Build effective relationships with University service functions and Faculty stakeholders
• Develop and improve business processes to support efficient service delivery
• Coordinate projects, initiatives and Faculty-wide communications
• Provide executive support, including reports, briefing papers and committee support
• Manage operational budgets, reporting and resource allocation
• Lead and manage the administrative pool, including staffing and performance

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Organisational skills

Analytical/problem solving

Staff management

Budget management

Written communication

Higher education experience

Job description

• Full time, fixed term contract until October 2028 | Curtin Bentley Campus
• Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions
• Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)

Reference Number: 1679361

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive individual to join the Faculty of Health Sciences as Faculty Business Operations Coordinator. You will coordinate operational and administrative functions for the Faculty Office, support a small team and work closely with internal service providers to deliver efficient and responsive services.

This is an opportunity to make your mark, with scope to review existing ways of working, simplify processes and develop efficient, well-documented systems that support consistent service delivery. You will have the opportunity to identify improvements, take initiative and help shape how the Faculty operates.

The successful candidate will bring strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills, a process-driven approach and the ability to build effective relationships and motivate a small team to achieve positive outcomes.

If you enjoy a dynamic environment and are motivated by improving processes and making a tangible difference, we encourage you to apply.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage day-to-day business operations across assigned Faculty areas.
• Build effective relationships with University service functions and Faculty stakeholders.
• Develop and improve business processes to support efficient service delivery.
• Coordinate projects, initiatives and Faculty-wide communications.
• Provide executive support, including reports, briefing papers and committee support.
• Manage operational budgets, reporting and resource allocation.
• Lead and manage the administrative pool, including staffing and performance.

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

• Advanced interpersonal and oral communication skills with the ability to effectively consult with a wide range of stakeholders on a range of matters and in a professional and confident manner.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a dynamic and complex environment.
• Developed analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to offer solutions to complex problems.
• Experience managing staff, with the ability to conduct effective work planning and performance review discussions and to foster a work environment of high achievement, continuous improvement, and job satisfaction.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial and budget management.
• High level written communication skills with the ability to prepare high quality reports, briefing papers and correspondence.
• Previous experience working within the higher education sector.

Role Requirements:

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This is a full time, fixed term contract until October 2028, with a salary range between $109,277 - $117,331 (G07) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [e-mail] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9:00pm (AWST) on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.