AddressDigital and Technology Solutions
The incumbent will play a criterial role in overseeing the strategic planning, execution, and coordination of IT infrastructure projects across the audio-visual services, network services, and end-user computing streams. These projects could include the technology requirements for new and refurbished buildings or offices, technology uplifts, upgrades and/or replacements of IT infrastructure.
This role applies the university's approved project management methodologies to ensure project activities are planned, correct resources are allocated, and project milestones are tracked and delivered.
The incumbent facilitates clear and consistent communication across all levels, collaborating closely with DTS teams and engaging with stakeholders to ensure alignment of project objectives with broader institutional goals. This role ensures that the interdependencies among various technology projects are carefully managed to achieve comprehensive program success.
The successful applicant will have extensive experience in successfully managing large IT infrastructure projects ($5m+) of a strategic nature from design phase to operational stability. Including significant experience with geographically dispersed and highly scalable information management systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in ICT strategic planning, driving transformative projects aligned with the university's goals.
- Manage project planning, risk assessment, and resource allocation within the Campus Technology Stream.
- Develop and manage work plans, timelines, and evaluation methods.
- Engage and manage consultant teams, manage the tender process, and ensure adherence to PMO methodologies.
- Provide comprehensive reporting to stakeholders, maintain key relationships, and ensure compliance with university policies and relevant legislation.
- Lead cross-functional teams, monitor financial expenditures, and address resource allocation issues.
- Ensure adherence to safety, anti-discrimination, and equal opportunity standards. Other related duties as required.
About Curtin
At Curtin, 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. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant 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. We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace and are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
- Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
- Rewards Beyond Salary: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) with cash out options*, customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise; as well as Hotel and Health Insurance discounts.
- Time Well-Spent: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Leave (5 days) *, Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. As well as access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff).
- Plus18% more observed days off -enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday!), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9).
- Recognition for Prior Service: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service, or other recognised institution.
- Health and Wellness: Our on-campus Medical Centre prioritises Curtin staff and students. Join Curtin's Healthy Lifestyle Program, with up to 2 hours per week of paid time off to engage in University-approved healthy lifestyle activities. Explore Curtin’s wellbeing locations at https://tinyurl.com/mtyf3vad
To apply
Your application should include a cover letter and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Applications close: 1pm AWST, Friday 21 June 2024
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National Police Records check, and undergo character, integrity, and reference checks.
You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1).
Please note we will not be engaging with recruitment agencies at this time.
