About This Opportunity

Do you have a can-do attitude and looking for a role that you can further develop? We are offering an Advisor, Employability and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) position. In this role you will contribute to the design, development and delivery of tailored employability and career development initiatives through collaboration with academic and professional staff to integrate employability and career development learning into curriculum and extra-curricular activities. You will also contribute to continuous improvement of employability programs, systems, and resources through effective stakeholder engagement and data-informed practices.

"We value our incredible team and enjoy helping the new generation with their future focus".

Key responsibilities will include:

Employability Development

• Collaborate with the Supervisor, Employability and WIL, and the EAIT Learning Enhancement Team to broaden the reach of employability and career-development learning workshops, particularly within the curriculum.
• Design, develop, and deliver tailored workshops and supporting resources (including online modules) that align with diverse learning outcomes, student needs and Faculty strategic priorities.
• Contribute to relevant project work and continuous improvement initiatives.

Internal Liaison and Advice

• In collaboration with the Supervisor, Employability and WIL, liaise and consult directly with EAIT academic staff and schools to build strong relationships, and identify specific employability and career development needs of various student cohorts at various stages of their programs.
• Liaise with the Faculty’s Learning Enhancement Team to design and develop best practice learning materials.

Student Support and Advice

• Contribute to the organisation, logistics and delivery of student employability-related activities including but not limited to seminars, lectures, workshops and events.
• Provide personalised one-on-one student consultations and support, including guidance on Engineering Professional Practice and general enquiries.

Information Management, Systems and Processes

• Deliver and continuously improve employability initiatives by evaluating workshop/presentation effectiveness, student engagement and contributing to the enhancement of systems and processes within the team.
• Maintain accurate documentation of workshop delivery, student consultations, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring timely and relevant reporting to Faculty leadership, academic staff and senior administrative stakeholders.
• Actively participate in team collaboration and development through meetings, planning sessions, and professional development activities, while supporting the Supervisor, Employability and WIL, in operational and strategic tasks.

Our Team

The Student Employability Team is the Faculty’s gateway for industry engagement with students. The team identifies and facilitates placement opportunities for all EAIT students and enhances the student experience and employability outcomes through the provision of a student employability program. This program fits within the broader University of Queensland's Student Employability Strategy and Framework.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Degree qualified in education, business, human resources or a related field with subsequent relevant experience and/ or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Completion of, or progressions towards post-graduate qualifications in Career Development would be highly advantageous.
• A proven understanding of employability challenges and opportunities within the Australian higher education sector, particularly in STEM disciplines. Understanding of labour market trends and issues relating to recruitment would be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering engaging workshops or training sessions to large audiences, preferably within a tertiary education context.
• Experience providing one-on-one support to students, with a focus on career development, employability skills, or professional readiness.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms to create learning materials (e.g., PowerPoint, LMS systems).
• Ability to work both autonomously and within a team to successfully deliver individual, organisational and unit goals.
• A demonstrated commitment to providing a high level of customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and collaborate effectively with academic staff and other stakeholders to identify learning needs, present information clearly and adapt messaging to diverse audiences.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.

Work Rights

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.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Tara Nance via t.nance@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume, A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section. Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close on Sunday, 7 September 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-55249). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, 16 September 2025.