"Senior Placement Officer"

locations

Perth, WA

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 4 Days Ago

time left to apply

End Date: 2 March 2026 (18 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR104720

We welcome applications from candidates seeking part‑time or hybrid working arrangements. Share the setup that suits you best — we’re open to exploring flexible options for the right people!

About The Team

The Learning, Teaching and Technology team sits within the Portfolio of the Deputy Vice Chancellor Education and plays a central role in delivering contemporary, accessible and inclusive education across the University. The portfolio is committed to high‑quality learning experiences that help every student succeed and graduate with adaptability, fresh perspectives and a strong social conscience.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is an important part of this commitment, providing students with meaningful, real‑world experiences that strengthen employability, confidence and career readiness. The WIL team works closely with industry and community partners to create, coordinate and support placements, ensuring students have valuable and positive workplace learning opportunities.

Your New Role! 

We are seeking motivated and organised individuals to join our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) team as Senior Placement Officers (internally titled Senior WIL Officer). In these roles, you’ll support students, academics and industry partners by coordinating high‑quality placements that help students build confidence and real‑world experience.

You’ll play an important part in ensuring every placement runs smoothly — from preparing students and liaising with workplace supervisors, to managing compliance, documentation and communication across the placement lifecycle.

We’re looking for team players who enjoy building positive relationships, solving problems and supporting others. Whether you are experienced in placements, coordination, administration or customer service, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student success and employability.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Building and managing supportive relationships with students, staff, industry and community partners
• Coordinating placement activities, including communication, compliance checks, documentation and reporting
• Supporting consistent, high‑quality placement processes across different disciplines
• Providing training and assistance for SONIA and other placement systems
• Contributing to process improvements that enhance the WIL experience for students and partners

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

The positions attract an annual remuneration of $80,000 – $98,000 (pro-rata if part time) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.  

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy guaranteed pay growth with a 2% salary increase coming on 1 July 2026 under
• the Murdoch University Enterprise Agreement 2023!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Relevant experience in placements, Work Integrated Learning, coordination, administration or a similar role, with the ability to learn higher‑education processes quickly.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, enabling you to work confidently with students, staff, industry and community partners.
• Demonstrated coordination and organisational capability, including managing multiple tasks, deadlines and compliance requirements.
• High digital proficiency, including Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience using placement or student management systems such as SONIA (highly regarded, but not essential).
• A collaborative, team‑focused approach, with the ability to work independently, show initiative, solve problems and support continuous improvement.
• A commitment to equity, inclusion and positive student experiences, ensuring all students feel supported throughout their placement journey.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For any questions about the role, please contact Mike Fardon, Director Learning, Teaching and Technology, at M.Fardon@murdoch.edu.au, quoting JR104720.

Applications Close on 01/03/2026 **(11:59pm AWST)**

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.