"Training Centre Manager"

• Full time, fixed term for 5 years
• Contribute to cutting-edge aerospace and defence research
• Base Salary $146,197 - $154,260 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre for High-Speed Propulsion, Rocket and Launch Systems (HiPR-LS) is being established with the purpose of creating a highly-skilled workforce that will transform Australia's capacity to develop, manufacture and maintain rocket and launch systems for the Defence and Civil Space sectors. HiPR-LS is seeking a Training Centre Manager to lead its operations. Based at the University of Sydney, you will oversee a dynamic team and provide leadership across multiple nodes at Monash University, RMIT, and the University of Queensland. This role is pivotal in driving research training, collaboration, and external engagement with both industry and public sector partners, as well as leading international universities in this field.

Your key responsibilities will be

• work closely with the Centre Director, executive and external advisory committees, and external partners
• manage operational and administrative functions of the centre, and provide administrative leadership across all nodes
• provide leadership and support to staff in the operations team, including direct reports
• oversee financial management and reporting requirements
• ensure compliance with governance, Work Health and Safety, and national security standards
• support research staff, students, and stakeholders in achieving Centre goals

About you

• tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent training and experience
• demonstrated administration experience in a tertiary organisation
• proven office management and financial management expertise, including budget oversight
• experience supervising, mentoring, and managing staff performance
• strong capability in establishing and reviewing administrative procedures
• must be an Australian citizen, as stipulated in project conditions
• eligible and willing to get an Australian Government security clearance if deemed necessary

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

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How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation attesting to your qualifications and relevant experience) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Tooba Fida, Recruitment Operations by email to tooba.fida@sydney.edu.au

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Applications Close

Tuesday 27 January 2026 11:59 PM