- Reference number: 26211a
- Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
- Remuneration: $138,193 to $156,633 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $116,774 to $132,357 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
- Open to: Applicants 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 are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking a Senior Engineer, Operations to join Digital Business Solutions, Administrative Division.
The Senior Engineer, Operations is a member of the Corporate Systems team who takes responsibility for maintaining and improving a complex landscape of business-critical solutions, providing operational support to our customers and helping to implement QUT's Digital Strategy which includes a multi-year project to implement a new Enterprise Resource Planning system. This role will work in partnership with team members, clients and other IT professionals, with a focus on maintaining a range of solutions related to the Corporate Applications environment, encompassing Finance and HR Systems. The work undertaken by this team is critical to driving business efficiencies. The appointee may be required to be contactable and/or work outside of standard business hours on occasion. These instances will be treated in accordance with the relevant provisions in the Enterprise Agreement for Professional Staff. This position reports to the Manager, Corporate Systems for 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.
Digital Business Solutions (DBS) provides support for staff and students across a range of information and technology services. DBS uses technology to create value for our students and customers through the portfolios of Learning and Teaching, Research and Innovation, and Professional Services. DBS embraces digital transformation as being fundamental to the delivery on the QUT Digital Strategy to enabling QUT’s aspirations outlined in the QUT Connections Strategy.
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of postgraduate qualifications, or progress towards postgraduate qualifications with extensive relevant experience.
- Demonstrated technical capability in administering corporate applications, including system configuration, performance monitoring, implementation activities, and ensuring stable and secure system operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to undertake advanced troubleshooting to identify, diagnose, and resolve complex issues while exercising sound professional judgement to achieve excellent client service.
- Proven experience engaging with stakeholders to understand requirements, translating these into well?designed technical solutions, and implementing them using suitable tools, technologies, and methodologies.
- Demonstrated organisational skills, including time management and the ability to successfully prioritise, work under pressure, and produce high?quality work within tight time commitments.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with demonstrated experience communicating complex technology issues clearly and confidently at all levels within the organisation.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.
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 parental 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.
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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.
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Job opens: 21-May-2026
Applications Close: 04-Jun-2026 at 11.30pm
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