Industry Liaison Officer

• Full-time

Job Description

• Full-time, Ongoing position at HEW Level 6
• Parramatta City or Penrith campus location preferred, with travel required 
• Salary: $95,777 - $102,659 per annum, plus Superannuation and Leave Loading

Support student success by developing and maintaining high-quality industry partnerships that enhance Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities and strengthen graduate career pathways.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of education and industry, supporting meaningful partnerships that enhance student learning and employability outcomes. As the Industry Liaison Officer, you will play a key role in supporting Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and industry engagement activities across the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Science, working closely with academic and professional colleagues as well as industry partners. The role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of engagement activities and the chance to contribute to initiatives that directly support student success and graduate career pathways.

What Success Looks Like:

• Strong, collaborative relationships are established and maintained with industry partners and internal stakeholders.
• WIL and industry engagement activities are supported in a responsive, organised, and professional manner.
• Accurate records and well-maintained databases enable effective reporting, planning, and decision-making.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• Degree with relevant experience or extensive experience in industry liaison, preferably within STEM
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• High-level competence in managing databases and digital systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience presenting to varied audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a complex environment

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Xinni Du, Placement, WIL and Industry Liaison Manager via xinni.du@westernsydney.edu.au. REF463G. 
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 16 February 2026. 
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact accessibility@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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