School Operations Manager

University-of-Wollongon; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Superannuation

35-hour full-time week

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Purchased leave options

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

The University of Wollongong seeks a proactive School Operations Manager to lead the School's operations, workforce planning and strategic initiatives, supporting teaching, learning, research and engagement. You will work with the Head of School to drive performance and continuous improvement.

With responsibility for budgets, resources and stakeholder engagement, the role offers a 35-hour week, competitive salary, 17% superannuation and a pathway to professional growth at a premier Australian

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Strong operational, planning and organisational skills.
• Experience overseeing budgets and resources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to analyse information and support informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing professional team
• Support strategic planning and key School initiatives
• Oversee operations, resources and budgets
• Partner with the Head of School on workforce planning
• Drive continuous improvement through data and insights

Skills

Leadership

People management

Operational planning

Budget oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Job description

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The School Operations Manager plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of teaching, learning, research and engagement activities. Working closely with the Head of School and School Executive, you will lead operational planning, workforce management and strategic initiatives, helping to drive performance, sustainability and continuous improvement across the School.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing professional team
• Support strategic planning and key School initiatives
• Oversee operations, resources and budgets
• Partner with the Head of School on workforce planning
• Drive continuous improvement through data and insights

About the Team

The School of Science (SSCI) teaches and conducts research in Biomedical Sciences including Biochemistry, Molecular Biophysics, Microbiology and Cell and Molecular Biology, all disciplines of Chemistry including Atmospheric, Medicinal and Environmental Chemistry, as well as Conservation Biology, Earth Surface Processes, Ecology, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Science, Geology, Marine Biology and Spatial Sciences.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Strong operational, planning and organisational skills
• Experience overseeing budgets and resources
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to analyse information and support informed decision-making

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas and New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Employment type: Fixed-term | Full-time appointment (until 29 November 2027)
• Level 8/9: $123,283 - $152,959 + 17% Superannuation
• Location: Wollongong Campus
• Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please contact Hannah Davies, Acting Faculty Executive Manager via email [e-mail]

Closing Date: Thursday 15 October 2026, 11:55pm

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University's employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.