"Senior Administration Officer"

• Reference number: 25742
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $111,341 to $120,557 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $94,084 to $101,872 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Administration Officer to join QUT College, Education Portfolio, Academic Division.

There are three Senior Administration Officer (SAO) roles within the QUT College Administration team. Each SAO provides a range of key administrative functions that support all aspects of the student lifecycle and program management needs for the College. Responsibilities are distributed across the SAO roles to ensure comprehensive coverage of areas including engagement, admissions, study plan management, compliance, scheduling support, space management, and specialist student support. This position reports to the Administration Coordinator for workload management, career planning, development, and performance expectations.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

About QUT College QUT College delivers English Language and University Entrance programs to international and domestic students with an emphasis on pathways to QUT faculty programs. English Language and University Entry Programs assist students to meet English and/or academic entry requirements for university degree programs, as well as to improve their English for personal, professional, or academic purposes

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or experience equivalent to completion of a degree with subsequent relevant experience.
2. Well-developed administrative and organisational skills with a proven ability to effectively plan and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
3. Demonstrated experience with review, evaluation, and implementation of business processes that contribute to ongoing improvements to student services. 
4. Demonstration interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively with, and provide excellent service to, diverse client groups.
5. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team as well as function independently with minimal supervision. 
6. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures, data, and legislation to deliver high-quality services.
7. Demonstrated digital literacy skills including Office 365 and knowledge of, or ability to acquire knowledge of, university systems used to manage reporting and student records.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT 

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 07-Jan-2026

Applications Close: 21-Jan-2026 at 11.30pm

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