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About the Role:
Are you a proactive administrator who enjoys variety, autonomy and making a real impact behind the scenes? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Faculty of Science and Engineering (SAE) as an Administrative Officer in a full-time, permanent position, supporting the vital Technical Operations that underpin teaching, research and innovation across the faculty.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technical Operations, you will play a central role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. You will work closely with Technical Operations Managers across Science and Engineering, providing high-quality administrative and operational support across a diverse portfolio that spans multiple disciplines, facilities and stakeholders.
No two days will be the same. This role suits a confident self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, works comfortably with autonomy, and enjoys taking initiative to solve problems, improve processes and support others to succeed. In return, you will gain exposure to a broad range of faculty activities and the opportunity to contribute to work that directly supports students, academics and researchers.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Establish, review and maintain efficient administrative processes and practices to support SAE Technical Operations
* Provide high-level administrative and personal support to the Senior Manager and Technical Operations Managers, including preparing correspondence, recording meeting outcomes, coordinating follow-up actions, and managing day-to-day operational support
* Maintain accurate, current and well-organised shared information repositories and documentation for Technical Operations
* Coordinate and support internal events for SAE Technical Operations, including sourcing and organising venues, catering, suppliers and promotional activities
* Provide comprehensive administrative support for faculty health and safety initiatives, including coordinating and monitoring workplace inspections
Who we are looking for (selection criteria):
* Demonstrated experience coordinating administrative and operational activities within a complex environment
* Strong digital capability, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to manage shared systems, records and documentation effectively
* Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally and diplomatically with a diverse range of stakeholders
* A proven ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and initiative, while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team
Role Requirements:
1. As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Curtin's Faculty of Science and Engineering has five academic schools that deliver a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and higher degree by research (HDR) courses.
The five academic Schools are the School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, School of Earth and Planetary Sciences, School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, School of Molecular and Life Sciences, and the WA School of Mines.
The Faculty has a thriving research culture and hosts a number of University Research Centres and Institutes, including the Centre for Crop Disease and Management, the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy, and ARC Training Centre for Healing Country.
About Curtin University
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2024 rankings. 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. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page -
What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley 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. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.
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* Up to date resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position's selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.
Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 January 2026.
Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
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.