"Placement Coordinator - Mental Health, Allied Health and Emergency Health Care"

Ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of health professionals?

Full-time, fixed term position (until March 2027) at our Wantirna campus

HEW level 6 salary + 17% superannuation and staff benefits

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and highly organised Placement Coordinator – Mental Health, Allied Health and Emergency Health Care to join our vibrant Health, Community & Education team within Vocational Education and Training (VET).

In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you’ll be the driving force behind seamless student placements — connecting learners with real-world clinical experiences that prepare them for meaningful careers. From coordinating placements and managing documentation to responding to queries and collaborating with academic and clinical teams, you’ll ensure every placement runs smoothly and professionally.

You’ll work closely with clinical services and internal stakeholders, building strong, trusted partnerships that support student success. If you thrive on variety, enjoy juggling multiple priorities, and love seeing the real-world impact of your work — this role is for you. This is more than an administrative role — it’s an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the journey of students entering critical health and community professions.

About You

You bring both structure and energy to everything you do — and you’re comfortable working in an environment where no two days look the same.

To succeed in this role, you’ll have:

• Experience in an administrative or coordination role, ideally within vocational or tertiary education, including interpreting and advising on policy and procedures.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally and sensitively with students, academics, clinical partners and external stakeholders.
• A collaborative mindset and the flexibility to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced computer skills across MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database systems. Experience with InPlace will be highly regarded.

Qualifications

• A degree with substantial subsequent relevant experience; or extensive experience in similar administrative fields; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Registered or enrolled nurse would be highly desirable, however all applicants will be considered.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.

For more information about the role, please email talentacquisition@swin.edu.au

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu

Applications Close: Sunday 1 March 2026, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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