Manager, Student Residence - Campus East

Wollongong, NSW, Australia

Job Description

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) — a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The Manager, Student Residence plays a key role in delivering high-quality residential experiences for students by leading day-to-day operations, student engagement, and wellbeing initiatives across UOW accommodation services. Working closely with senior leadership, this role contributes to building safe, inclusive and vibrant residential communities that support student success and enhance the overall student experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day administrative operations of student residences, including supervising staff and student teams
• Deliver engaging orientation, transition and student engagement programs that support community building
• Design and implement wellbeing, academic support and student engagement initiatives
• Plan and deliver key events and activities that enhance student experience and drive occupancy

About the Team

The Student Residences Division works closely with and across the University’s campuses and business units with the combined purpose of ‘transforming lives together’ and providing a supportive, safe and respectful community that fosters connection and is inclusive for all residents, inspiring them to reach their personal & academic goals.

What You’ll Bring

• A relevant degree or equivalent combination of experience and training
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering programs that drive engagement and continuous improvement
• Strong capability in managing administrative processes, events or operations in a student accommodation or similar environment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• Sound judgement, problem-solving ability and capacity to manage competing priorities

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas–New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Employment type: Fixed Term (to September 2027) | Full-time
• Level 6/7 | $96,898 – $119,986 pa + 17% superannuation
• Location: Wollongong (Campus East Student Residence) on-site role
• Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available
• This position is classified as child-related work and requires a Working with Children Check and National Criminal Check

Position Description

How to Apply

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button at the bottom of the advertisement. You’ll be requested to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Jason Grimes, Senior Manager Student Residence: jgrimes@uow.edu.au

Closing Date: Wednesday 8 July 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.