Dean and Head of School, School of Engineering
Dean and Head of School, School of Engineering
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Job Description
Since its inception more than 110 years ago the University of Western Australia (UWA) has inspired change and helped to shape next-generation leaders. As Western Australias first and leading university UWA brings passion energy and insight to teaching learning and research generating life-changing outcomes.
Our valued industry connections innovative courses commitment to our student experience and high-impact research place us in the worlds top 100 universities. We are a proud member of the Group of Eight (Go8) universities.
The School of Engineering at UWA is one of the leading Engineering Schools in Australia. Located in Perth the School is multidisciplinary offering education and research in a wide range of engineering disciplines including biomedical civil environmental mining chemical mechanical electrical and electronic and automation and robotics.
The Opportunity
The Dean and Head of the School of Engineering will provide outstanding academic strategic and operational leadership to advance the Schools performance across student experience learning and teaching research excellence and external engagement. You will play a pivotal role in furthering the mission of both the School and the University while embodying and promoting the Universitys core values.
You will lead with vision and integrity motivating and developing staff fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration and demonstrating a strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion. Building meaningful relationships with external stakeholders including government industry partners and professional bodies will be central to your success.
Reporting directly to the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor the role operates with a high degree of autonomy. The School is strong in many areas and further growth opportunities exist. Joining UWA will place you at the forefront of excellence where you can challenge convention and create a legacy.
The Person
We are seeking an accomplished academic leader with engineering qualifications and a distinguished record of academic achievement. You will demonstrate exceptional leadership and strategic vision with prior operational management for an organisational unit delivering research and teaching activities such as a department or school.
You will have a track record of developing partnerships with industry government and the profession as well as a commitment to mentoring the next generation of leaders and progressing diversity equity and inclusion. An inclusive leadership style sound judgement and the ability to inspire confidence in others will be central to your success.
To Apply
Odgers is assisting UWA with this appointment. More information on the role can be found at confidential enquiries and a copy of the information booklet please contact Mazin Almaimani or Jenny Sutton
Closing date: 11:55pm AWST on Sunday 28 September 2025
One of the worlds most liveable cities Perth offers a Mediterranean climate natural beauty in the shape of magnificent beaches beautiful wineries one of the worlds largest inner-city parks and an eclectic mix of restaurants shopping and cultural experiences.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
