Manager Business Operations

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia’s top young university, and located centrally in one of the world’s most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow. 

About the role

The Manager Business Operations is a new role within the Education Connections Unit. The Manager will lead the team that is responsible for managing administration and operations for the team. This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining relationships and services across the Portfolio and is a key liaison point with other operational units within the Division of Education and Students.

If successful in applying for this role, your major functions will include: 

• Operations management and supervision

• Project support and reporting

• Governance

• Communication, HR and Financial administrative support

With examples, please outline in a separate document how you meet the following five selection criteria points below: 

1. Excellent computer proficiency, particularly in the O365 suite.

2. Substantial experience in the design, development, and implementation of high-level administrative processes.

3. Demonstrated project management experience.

4. High-level problem-solving skills with exceptional time-management, organisation, and planning capabilities.

5. Capacity to work in a rapidly evolving environment with minimal supervision.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $113,282 to $129,017 pa (HEW 8)

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. 

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis. The team work on a hybrid working arrangement with work from home opportunities.    

How To Apply

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please click the apply link and download the Position Description from the link below. 

You are required to address the five selection criteria listed above in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria. 

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing. 

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC269240 and your name. 

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at ***********@uts.edu.au 

Closing Date: Monday 19th February 2024 at 11.59pm (AEST) 

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please note: If you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact ***********@uts.edu.au for assistance. 

At UTS, the concepts of equity and social justice are key to our core and purpose – we are recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and valuing diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. 

Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we are now among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.