Our vision to become a world-leading university for our regions will take passion and perseverance. We can’t do it without you.
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
We are looking for people to join our university and bring their global expertise to our region, and to take their impactful research to the world with us.
We are driven by our inclusive focus and are proud of our five-star rating for social equity. We are among the first 15 universities in Australia to receive the Bronze Award under the Athena Swan Charter and we’re striving to achieve Silver.
About us
The Infrastructure and Facilities Services (IFS) portfolio is part of the Resources Division, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. IFS delivers strategic campus and asset planning, environmental sustainability initiatives, development of new infrastructure, upgrading of existing assets and the maintenance of existing facilities. In addition, IFS provides a comprehensive range of campus services including student accommodation, retail facilities and property services. IFS aims to develop and operate campuses and services that support education, research, and community engagement in accordance with the priorities of the Looking Forward Strategic Plan 2020 - 2025, the supporting Estate Strategy and Environmental Sustainability Plan. In doing so IFS, aims to support a vibrant student experience and positive staff culture.
Be challenged and imagine with us
The Senior Manager, Estate Strategy is a senior member of the Infrastructure and Facilities Services unit. The role provides leadership and management in defining and planning operational and strategic infrastructure initiatives. Activating our campuses is a key focus for our university. The successful applicant will actively lead the development of masterplans and strategies to complement the University of Newcastle Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025, leveraging and driving improved utilisation of the University’s infrastructure assets.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the University, this role will drive significant change initiatives to optimise space usage, through shared occupancy models, enabling the consolidation of assets to reduce building and operating costs and contribute to emissions reduction targets.
This role will also lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline and modernise processes, reporting, systems, and tools for the estate strategy and planning function, enabling the team to be future-focused, agile, and responsive to our customers.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to work with a dynamic team and lead large scale projects to enhance the campus environment for staff and students of the University.
How will you inspire us?
The essential criteria for success include:
- Qualifications and extensive experience in relevant areas (such as strategy and planning, change management, architecture, business, property development) and extensive leadership experience in strategic development planning and optimisation of physical facilities in a large/complex organisation; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Detailed knowledge and experience in the conduct of business cases and the preparation of project briefs.
- Experience in driving strategic change initiatives and knowledge in how to integrate change management with project management using PROSCI methodology.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated capacity to build key stakeholder networks, an inter-disciplinary way of working and maintain confidentiality.
- High-level project management and organisational skills including the ability to analyse complex issues and problems, develop feasible solutions, and undertake the design, management and delivery of multiple concurrent complex projects.
- Demonstrated capacity to show initiative, think innovatively and act strategically to identify solutions.
- Proven resource, budget and people management skills including demonstrated ability to build effective teams and develop and mentor staff.
For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description.
What we offer
This position will be offered as a HEW 9, continuing position.
The remuneration range will from $125,767 - $134,749 plus 17 % superannuation and leave loading.
For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please click here.
The University is committed to being a leader in family-friendly working environments.
Let’s be part of something bigger together.
Visit this page for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
- Your resume
- A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
- A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
For specific position enquiries, please contact Emma O’Sullivan, Associate Director- Estate Strategy & Planning on 0411 011 513 or via email emma.osullivan@newcastle.edu.au
Having difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au
Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.
Closing date: 9th October, 2023 at 11.59pm AEST
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.
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