Manager, Work Integrated Learning Support

Queensland University of Technology; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 161,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

17% superannuation

Leave loading 17.5%

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Fitness Passport

Purchased Leave Scheme

Salary Packaging Scheme

Study assistance scheme

Job summary

Queensland University of Technology in Kelvin Grove, Queensland, invites applications for the role of Manager, Work Integrated Learning Support. You will lead the WILS team within the Faculty of Health, providing strategic advice to executives, coordinating resources, and guiding staff to deliver high‑quality services to staff and students across seven Schools and two campuses.

The appointment is fixed‑term and full‑time with a hybrid work option, at HEW9 level, offering a competitive

Qualifications

• Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, ideally in a university environment.
• Demonstrated success in providing strategic leadership and managing high-performing teams, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, staff development and fostering a client-focused culture, and a proven ability to lead complex operational functions and deliver strategic initiatives that support organisational goals and compliance requirements.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with demonstrated success in building productive relationships and partnerships with senior internal stakeholders, industry, government and external community organisations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex systems and technologies, including system implementation, process design, data governance, reporting and the use of information to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, risk and compliance requirements, including the interpretation and application of legislation, policy and governance frameworks.
• Highly developed analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience leading projects, preparing reports and business cases, and providing evidence-based advice to senior leaders.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) administration within the Faculty of Health and ensure the WILS team delivers high-quality services to staff and students across seven Schools and two campuses.
• Offer strategic advice to faculty executives and academic leaders, coordinate resources, manage staff and adopt a consultative approach to achieving objectives and solving problems.
• Lead the WILS program with a focus on equity and Indigenous Australian engagement, while promoting collaboration and partnerships across the university.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Manager, Work Integrated Learning Support

Queensland University of Technology – Kelvin Grove QLD

11d ago , from Queensland University of Technology

• Term:Fixed-term, full-time basis until 15 October 2027
• Remuneration:$161,241 to $168,919 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $136,251 to $142,738 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location:Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Please note that current QUT staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

• $136,251 to $142,738
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 26508
• Term:Fixed-term, full-time basis until 15 October 2027
• Remuneration:$161,241 to $168,919 pa (HEW9) (inclusive of $136,251 to $142,738 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location:Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Please note that current QUT staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Manager, Work Integrated Learning Support to join Office of the Deputy Dean, Faculty of Health.

This role provides leadership in the administration of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) within the Faculty of Health and will ensure that the Faculty’s WIL Support (WILS) team is well positioned to deliver high quality services to staff and students across the Faculty’s seven Schools and QUT’s two campuses. This will be accomplished by providing strategic advice to faculty executives and academic leaders, coordinating resources, managing staff and adopting a consultative approach to achieving objectives and solving problems.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Faculty of Health is led by the Executive Dean and the Executive Management Team comprising the Deputy Dean, Heads of Schools, and other senior faculty staff. Each of the Schools within the Faculty is established around disciplines that promote integration and collaboration in teaching and research, and provide a sustainable foundation upon which to build areas of strength..

What you need to succeed

• Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, ideally in a university environment.
• Demonstrated success in providing strategic leadership and managing high-performing teams, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, staff development and fostering a client-focused culture, and a proven ability to lead complex operational functions and deliver strategic initiatives that support organisational goals and compliance requirements.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with demonstrated success in building productive relationships and partnerships with senior internal stakeholders, industry, government and external community organisations.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex systems and technologies, including system implementation, process design, data governance, reporting and the use of information to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, risk and compliance requirements, including the interpretation and application of legislation, policy and governance frameworks.
• Highly developed analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience leading projects, preparing reports and business cases, and providing evidence-based advice to senior leaders.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
• Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support ourIndigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced- it's celebrated. See our commitment

Job opens:11-Sep-2026

Applications Close: 27-Sep-2026 at 11.30pm

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