Student and Academic Administration Officer - Civil Engineering

• School of Civil Engineering – Faculty of EAIT

• Part-time (50%), fixed-term position through to 7 May 2027

• Base full-time salary will be in the range $85,451.97 - $94,983.84 + 17% super (HEW Level 5)

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

• Based at our St Lucia Campus  

About This Opportunity 

We are seeking a motivated part-time Student and Academic Administration Officer to provide high-quality customer service through the delivery of friendly, helpful, accurate, and informative advice and services to students, professional and academic staff. You will be responsible for completing a diverse range of administrative processing tasks and associated day-to-day problem resolution and maintenance of administrative systems. The current staff member will be going on parental leave and therefore the role is only offered on a fixed term basis.

Key responsibilities will include:  

Provide accurate administrative support for student and academic processes, including applications, enrolment, and course coordination. Offer advice on student matters, maintain university systems and information, and assist with process improvements and updates. You will also provide secretarial support, assist with process improvements, represent the University at events, prepare reports, and undertake other duties as required.

About You  

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant area or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education/training.

• A sound understanding of administrative processes relevant to student and academic administration, or the ability to rapidly gain such knowledge.

• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in written work.

• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment and to work independently and autonomously.

• High level of verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• The ability to work collaboratively and effectively within the team and across other organisational units.

• A strong orientation to the provision of a high level of customer service.

• An empathy with and ability to communicate with students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Experience in a tertiary education institution or other large organisation in an area related to student administration would be highly regarded.

• Knowledge of University student computer systems and packages e.g. Microsoft Office, SI-net, Business Objects, InPlace and the use of CRM systems would be desirable.

We particularly welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may be underrepresented in this discipline.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jeannette Watson via [email protected] . For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information 

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, criminal history checks and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion . We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

Applications close Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-68908).