Senior Manager, Research Infrastructure & Planning

Join a growing team dedicated to improving the research infrastructure & outcomes at Australia’s leading regional university.

Job no: HRC0002465

Category: HEW 9

Base Salary: $130,798 to $140,139 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full Time Continuing

Location: Newcastle (Callaghan) Campus

Be challenged and imagine with us

As the Senior Manager, Research Infrastructure & Planning, you will work closely with the Director, Research Facilities & Infrastructure to lead a team focused on enhancing the University's research infrastructure and advancing activities aligned with the University's Strategic Plan.

In this role you will:

• Lead a team to improve University research infrastructure and facilities, including high-risk teaching spaces.
• Oversee Precinct activities, including management committees, stakeholder relationships, and initiatives to enhance:
• Safety and wellbeing,
• Infrastructure planning and operations,
• Space management and utilisation, and
• Research and technical support.
• Collaborate with Colleges, Central Analytical Facilities, and the BioResearch Facility to support long-term facility planning, maintenance, and resource management.
• Work to ensure the University’s research spaces and work practices meet legislative requirements, including WHS and University policies.

This continuing position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Strong leadership abilities and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills, demonstrated through the production of high-quality briefing materials and impactful presentations.
• Experience in coordinating and delivering complex projects within a university or other multi-faceted organisation.
• Expertise in overseeing, directing, and coordinating the development and implementation of operational, safety, and administrative policies, systems, and procedures.
• Capacity to shape the future, engage beyond the University, collaborate effectively, strive for excellence, drive performance, and demonstrate courage and respect.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $130,798 to $140,139 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy).
• 17% super and salary packaging.
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme.
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
• Wellbeing programs.

About our University

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 are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

The Research Facilities & Infrastructure (RFI) team within the Research & Innovation Division oversees the strategy and operations of the University’s research and higher-risk teaching spaces. We drive the realisation of world-class research facilities and infrastructure, working with our colleagues in the Colleges and Divisions of the University.

The Research Facilities and Infrastructure team incorporates the BioResearch Facilities, the Central Analytical Facilities (CAF) and the Research Infrastructure and Planning (RIP) , which this role leads. The RFI team is a part of the Research & Innovation Division (R&I Division).

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

• Please visit here 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’ (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.
• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

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 in the attached Position Description.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 4 pages.

We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to employment@newcastle.edu.au.

We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Jo Humphris, Director, Research Facilities & Infrastructure on 0417 237 071, (02) 4985 4923 or via email at joanne.humphris@newcastle.edu.au

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date: Thursday 3 October 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

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.  

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