Placement Officer

locations

Ballarat, Victoria

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 10 Days Ago

time left to apply

End Date: June 8, 2026 (6 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR101332

Contribute to the administration of co-operative learning functions at our Ballarat Campus.

• Engagement and Co-op – Mt Helen Campus

• Full-time, fixed-term appointment until August 2027

• HEW 5 - $82,344 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuation

Position closing date: 07/06/2026

Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.

With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.

About the role

You will be responsible for the administration of co-operative learning functions within the higher education institutes and TAFE. Working closely with Course Coordinators, you will ensure compliance with policies and procedures, provide efficient communication with placement organisations, students and staff and implement procedures to ensure a quality experience for our students and industry partners.

You will:

• coordinate the administration of placements;
• assist in the development, documentation and implementation of procedures;
• establish, maintain and store legal agreements for placements in accordance with University policies, procedures and guidelines; and
• maintain accurate and confidential records and files of student placements.

About you

You will have experience in the administration of placements in a Higher Education or TAFE setting and demonstrated administrative skills, including the ability to maintain efficient and effective record-keeping, filing systems and databases.

You will possess demonstrated:

• ability to interpret policies and procedures, and to provide accurate and timely advice to stakeholders;
• communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders;
• problem solving, time management and organisational skills; and
• ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team.

All University positions must hold a valid Employer Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 7 June 2026

Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.

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