Overview
Academic Support Unit | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
Level 5, $82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time, ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
Join UniSC's Academic Support Unit and play a key role in delivering high-quality Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences across the University. The WIL Team provides specialist support for student placements across undergraduate, postgraduate, and higher degree by research programs, ensuring students are well-prepared for safe, compliant, and meaningful workplace learning opportunities.
Responsibilities
* support the administration and coordination of WIL placements, including managing pre-placement requirements, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the Placement Management System;
* liaise with students, academic staff, and host organisations to coordinate safe, compliant, and effective placement experiences; and
* contribute to continuous improvement across WIL processes, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to enhance service delivery and student outcomes.
About you / Qualifications
You are a proactive and service-focused professional with strong administrative capability, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to build positive relationships across a diverse stakeholder environment. You thrive in a dynamic setting and enjoy balancing systems, people, and process improvement.
* a degree with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and demonstrated industry experience;
* strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment;
* experience providing high-quality client-focused support, including working with systems, data management, reporting, and maintaining accurate records;
* well-developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and external host organisations;
* demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, solve problems, and escalate issues appropriately; and
* experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, process development, or policy-driven work practices, with knowledge of WIL, placements, or higher education environments highly regarded.
Don\'t meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you\'re excited about this role but your CV doesn\'t align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context.
Position Description: 494542_Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Placement Officer.pdf
All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC
Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 9 June 2026.
Your completed application must include:
* a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact: Danielle Cochrane - Team Leader, WIL Systems and Compliance - Academic Support Unit
Telephone: 07 5456 3415
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We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we're not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia. We're making a big impact through sustainability, research, and student success.
Our Culture & Benefits:
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packaging options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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