Une Discovery Voyager Team Leader

UNE; Armidale; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

5 weeks annual leave

Christmas shutdown leave

Relocation assistance

Free on campus parking

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

UNE Discovery Voyager, part of the Science and Technology - SABL portfolio, seeks a Team Leader to drive hands-on STEAM outreach for K-10 students across regional NSW. You will lead the program's strategic direction, supervise staff, and partner with UNE academics to deliver curriculum-aligned activities that spark curiosity and foster community engagement.

You will oversee operations, policy interpretation, and procedural refinement, with significant regional travel and a focus on growing the

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and substantial experience in science communication, education outreach, or program leadership.
• Proven leadership capability—guide a diverse team and foster a positive culture.
• Creative program development to design curriculum-aligned, play-based STEAM activities.
• Strong independent judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Operational and budget management experience in running a program.
• Readiness for regional travel across a wide catchment.

Responsibilities

• Lead UNE Discovery Voyager and oversee strategy, day-to-day operations, and team development.
• Collaborate with UNE academics to design and deliver engaging STEAM activities linked to curriculum.
• Shape program growth by interpreting educational policy and refining procedures.
• Work with the Head of School to strengthen UNE's science outreach and community engagement.
• Travel regionally to schools, libraries, and events to deliver activities and manage program delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Science communication

Education outreach

Program leadership

Budget management

Regional travel readiness

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Team Leader, UNE Discovery Voyager

Science and Technology - SABL

• Ongoing, full-time position
• $103,761 to $116,177 per annum (HEO7) + 17% super
• Salary packaging options available
• Generous leave entitlements including Christmas shutdown, parental, cultural, gender affirmation & domestic violence
• 5 weeks annual leave + Christmas shutdown leave
• Relocation assistance available
• Armidale campus location
• Free on campus parking
• On campus state of the art sporting and athletic facilities (Sport UNE)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Diverse and supportive workplace with UNE Ally Network, Equity Committee, Queer Space

About the role

As Team Leader of UNE Discovery Voyager, you'll lead one of the most exciting outreach programs in regional NSW - bringing hands-on, play-based STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths) learning to life for K-10 students in schools, community libraries, and events across the region. This is a leadership role with real purpose. You'll oversee the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the program, guide and develop your team, and work closely with UNE academics to design and deliver innovative STEAM activities that connect with curriculum and genuinely spark curiosity in young learners. You'll also play a key role in shaping how the program grows - interpreting educational policy, refining operational procedures, and working alongside the Head of School to strengthen UNE's science outreach and community engagement footprint across northern NSW. It's a dynamic, on-the-go role that involves significant regional travel - perfect for someone who loves variety, thrives with autonomy, and wants to make a real difference in the lives of students and communities outside the classroom.

About you

You're an energetic, people-first leader with a genuine passion for science communication and education outreach. To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• A relevant degree and substantial experience in science communication, education outreach, or program leadership
• Proven leadership capability - you know how to guide a diverse team, build a positive culture, and bring out the best in the people around you
• Creative program development skills - you can design and enhance engaging, play-based STEAM activities that are curriculum-aligned and age-appropriate for K-10 students
• Strong independent judgement - you’re comfortable making decisions, solving problems on the fly, and adapting when things don’t go to plan
• Operational and budget management experience - you can keep a program running smoothly, safely, and within budget
• A readiness for regional travel - this role covers a wide catchment and you’ll be out in the field regularly

About UNE Discovery Voyager

The university’s science outreach and engagement program for school-aged children. We deliver interactive, curriculum-aligned activities in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths) to schools in northern NSW. We offer activities across a range of scientific areas, including ecology, physics, chemistry, biology, palaeontology, engineering, mathematics and more. In addition, we offer guided tours of the UNE Natural History Museum to showcase their collection. Our catchment extends from the Queensland border in the north to around Muswellbrook in the south and from the coast to the Castlereagh Highway in the west. Learn more here: https://www.une.edu.au/about-une/faculty-of-science-agriculture-business-and-law/school-of-science-and-technology/outreach-and-engagement/une-discovery-voyager

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Phillip Fourie, email: [e-mail].

If you require any adjustments or support to fully participate, such as an alternative format for the application form - please contact your Talent Acquisition Consultant at [e-mail] or on 02 6773 3705.

If you have a disability and would like a confidential conversation about working at UNE, you are welcome to contact our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team.

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

Closing Date: 11:59pm, November 25th

Reference No: 225326

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position.

About Armidale

Armidale is an attractive and vibrant city that combines all the features of a bustling regional town centre with the tranquillity of rural living. It boasts gourmet restaurants and cafés, boutique shopping, quality schools and sporting facilities. Surrounded by mountain gorges, waterfalls and national parks, Armidale’s natural beauty and distinct seasons make it an ideal place to live and thrive. To find out more, visit https://www.visitarmidale.com.au/experience . Information about relocation assistance.

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