About The Team
The Office of Learning, Teaching and Technology, within the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education) portfolio, supports the delivery of high-quality, inclusive learning experiences that enhance student success and graduate outcomes.
The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) team partners with Schools and industry organisations to coordinate student placements and workplace learning opportunities, particularly in disciplines where placements are a core curriculum requirement. Operating across multiple stakeholders, systems and campuses, the team delivers compliant, student-centred services that support positive placement experiences.
The WIL team comprises three streams, including two placement-focused teams and a specialist support team providing systems, documentation and process support across WIL. The team is primarily based at the South Street Campus, with additional staff located at the Mandurah campus.
Your New Role!
The WIL Placements Support Officer provides high-quality administrative and operational support to the WIL team and students, ensuring all activities are delivered in line with established procedures, systems, and compliance requirements. This role is responsible for managing front-line student enquiries, processing mandatory placement clearance, and coordinating the administration of placement provider agreements. Working in a fast-paced environment, the position is focused on high-volume, process-driven activities and requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to delivering responsive customer service.
Your key responsibilities will include –
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Provide responsive student and stakeholder support by managing front-line enquiries, coordinating placement-related communications, and escalating complex issues as required
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Administer placement compliance and processes through the high-volume processing of mandatory placement requirements, maintenance of provider agreements, payment processing, and accurate record management
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Support systems, reporting and continuous improvements, by maintaining placement data in SONIA, preparing routine reports, contributing to process improvements, and providing broader administrative support to the WIL team
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $74k – $82k (pro rata) 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:
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Flexible work arrangements
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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
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Indigenous Language Allowance
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Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
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Employee Assistance Program
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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 -
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A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
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Your most recent resume (CV)
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in administration, business support, or a related field
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Administrative and operational support experience, ideally within a higher education, student services, or customer-focused environment
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Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
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High level of digital literacy, including experience maintaining accurate records, preparing documentation, and learning new systems and technologies
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Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks, meeting deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
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.
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 enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Karen Connoley, WIL Coordinator, [email protected] and quote JR105360 as the reference.
Applications Close on 29 July 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.
