Expression of Interest - Casual Placement Officer
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Casual position available for variable hours and days based on operational needs.
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Based at Campbelltown Campus.
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Salary: HEW 6 $97,693 – $104,713 per annum (Pro-Rata), plus 25% casual loading.
The Opportunity
You will manage the planning and delivery of student placements within the faculty, ensuring alignment with course requirements and the expectations of external partners. This includes coordinating placements across diverse settings, maintaining provider agreements, and supporting academic and professional staff to ensure timely and compliant processes.
Act as a key point of contact for students, providing clear and accurate advice on placement requirements and processes. You will support students with administrative and compliance activities, attend briefings and tutorials, and facilitate engagement throughout the placement lifecycle.
Maintain accurate records and reporting, monitor placement progress, and manage multiple concurrent cases. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, you will ensure effective coordination, resolve operational issues, and contribute to continuous improvement of placement processes and systems.
About You
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Relevant tertiary qualification or significant administrative experience.
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Demonstrated experience delivering high-level administrative services.
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Well-developed communication skills with the ability to liaise with stakeholders.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work, and meet deadlines.
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Strong computer literacy across Microsoft Office and database systems.
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Strong organisational and time management skills with ability to prioritise
Application Details
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Position Enquiries: Direct to Cristie Thomas, Placement, WIL and Industry Liaison Manager, via [email protected] Please include the job reference code REF1532G.
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Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 13 July 2026.
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Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
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How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.
Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact [email protected].
About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.
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