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Service Improvement Lead

UoM 8

2026-03-29

Location

Melbourne

University of Melbourne

Type

Full Time Fixed Term until May 2027

Salary

UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super

Required Qualifications

Lean/Six Sigma/BPM Qualifications
Process Improvement Experience
Project Management Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Data Analysis & Value Stream Mapping
Workshop Facilitation
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Service Improvement Lead

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term until May 2027
Department: Enterprise Services Group; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
Salary: UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% super
  • Influential service improvement role / Lead cross-functional projects shaping student and staff experiences / Join a collaborative team that values learning, experimentation, and continuous improvement
  • Apply now to lead meaningful improvement projects and champion a continuous improvement mindset across the University.
  • Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunity
You will lead service and process improvement projects that enhance experiences for students, staff, and academics University-wide. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, and service design methods while partnering with stakeholders and coaching peers.
What you will deliver:
  • Lead multiple end-to-end improvement projects to enhance processes, services, and operating models across the University.
  • Apply a blended toolkit of Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, service design, project management, and change methods.
  • Engage and influence senior stakeholders, advocating for service improvement approaches to address complex problems and opportunities.
  • Facilitate workshops to explore current state, co-create future state, and build shared ownership of solutions.
  • Coach and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and continuous improvement-focused culture.
You may be a great fit if:
  • You hold relevant Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM qualifications, or equivalent experience aligned to enterprise agreement expectations.
  • You bring proven experience in service, process, or business improvement within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
  • You can frame problems, analyse qualitative and quantitative data, and map value streams to identify improvement opportunities.
  • You have applied project management skills, including planning, scheduling, governance, and risk management for improvement initiatives.
  • You have led multidisciplinary teams or working groups using service improvement methodologies to deliver sustainable change.
  • You facilitate engaging workshops and communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
  • Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
  • Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
  • Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
  • Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
  • Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
  • Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – Enterprise Services Group
You will join the Enterprise Services Group within the Chief Operating Officer Portfolio. Our group partners across the University to design, evaluate, and improve services that enable teaching and research. Within the Service Experience and Improvement team, you will shape service models and experiences for students and staff. You will collaborate with specialists in data, transformation, and design, in a supportive, curious, and outcomes-focused culture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

📚What qualifications are required for the Service Improvement Lead role?

You need Lean, Six Sigma, or BPM qualifications, or equivalent experience in complex environments. Proven skills in framing problems, data analysis, value stream mapping, and project management are essential. Explore administration jobs for similar roles or higher ed career advice to prepare your CV.

🚀What are the main responsibilities as Service Improvement Lead?

Lead end-to-end improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, service design, and change methods. Engage senior stakeholders, facilitate workshops, and coach team members to foster a continuous improvement culture across the University. Check higher ed admin jobs for related opportunities.

💰What is the salary and benefits package?

Salary is UoM 8 - $125,191 - $135,504 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include flexible work, career development via LinkedIn Learning, parental leave, salary packaging, health programs, and discounts. Visit the university salaries page for more insights.

📝How do I apply for this University of Melbourne position?

Refer to the attached Position Description (PD) for details. Apply via the University's portal before the 2026-03-29 deadline. Tailor your application to highlight service improvement experience. See our free resume template and cover letter template for tips.

👥What is the team environment like?

Join the Enterprise Services Group in a collaborative, curious culture focused on service design and improvement. Partner with data, transformation, and design specialists to enhance student and staff experiences. Learn more about admin roles in higher ed.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for international applicants?

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned in the posting. Confirm directly with the University for international candidates. Focus on roles matching your Lean Six Sigma expertise in university jobs.
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