Administrative Officer

Our dynamic Properties, Facilities and Development (PF&D) department is responsible for the planning and management that provides a vibrant and beneficial environment for study, work, and leisure. Whilst we look after programs and facilities that Curtin has in place, we are also undertaking some exciting infrastructure programs as part of our Greater Curtin Master Plan. This includes accommodation, academic buildings, research space, curated retail, a bus transport interchange and a range of public spaces and amenities.  

Your new role  

An exciting opportunity exists for an Administration Officer to join our vibrant Properties department. Working as a core member within the Business Support team, this role assists with day-to-day administrative activities, supporting the operational effectiveness of the PF&D department. 

This role requires an Administrator who is willing to work across broad administration functions and will suit someone who has a minimum of two (2) years’ general administration experience, working for small to medium sized enterprises.  

If you’re someone that has a can-do attitude; is willing to pivot where required to support other team members, and has a passion for delivering excellent customer service, then we want to hear from you!  

To view the generic position description for this role, please copy and paste the following link into your browser:
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Why choose Curtin? 

• Easily accessible location with great parking, bus station and end of trip facilities. 
• A vibrant campus with an array of food trucks, coffee shops, gym, childcare, wellness programs, medical and counselling services. 
• Work has commenced on the extension to Curtin’s facilities; Exchange is dedicated to being an industry-connected innovation precinct. 

For further information on Curtin and all our employee benefits visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/ 

Essential Criteria: 

• Relevant experience and/or education/training. 
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of general administrative support and the ability to apply skills to a varied range of tasks. 
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently with general direction. 
• Demonstrated oral communication skills with the ability to liaise with a diverse range of people in a clear and professional manner, with cross cultural sensitivity. 
• Demonstrated ability to organise time and work activities according to priorities and to meet deadlines. 
• Demonstrated computer literacy with skills in a wide range of applications including the Microsoft Suite 

Candidates should note that some Curtin University positions are covered by the Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces. www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policy-wa-workforces

If the position you are applying for is covered by this policy, you will be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status (or formally granted exemption) prior to commencing employment.

To apply, please complete the online application form via the link below, noting we cannot accept resumes sent to the below email address.
Please provide a cover letter and resume that includes sufficient information and examples relating to the relevant selection criteria (outlined above) to allow us to assess your suitability for the role.  

Applications close: 9:00pm AWST, Wednesday 2nd February 2022

Contact details  

If you have any queries in relation to the application process, please contact our careers team at [email protected]. 

Inclusion and Diversity at Curtin 

We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued, and welcome.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable people with disability to participate fully in our recruitment, selection, and appointment processes. 

We have received recognition in this area:

• Voted one of Australia’s Inclusive Employers for 2019-2020 (Diversity Council of Australia). 
• Have become one of the first Universities to receive accreditation for an Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan. 
• Achieved Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation (2018-2022). 
• Voted 16th best workplace for new dads in Australia (HBF - Direct Advice for Dads, 2019). 

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.