Senior Manager, Strategic Space Planning and Information

Senior Manager Strategic Space Planning and Information

Job No.: 685607

Location: Clayton Campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 3 year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $184668 pa HEW Level 10A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Monash University is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Senior Manager Strategic Space Planning and Information to shape the future of our physical campus environments. This critical leadership role is responsible for identifying and addressing the Universitys evolving space and facilities needs through the development of strategic plans and initiatives. By providing expert advice benchmarking analysis and forward-looking strategies the Senior Manager will optimise space management across University campuses and position the University to meet the demands of future learning research and innovation.

This position will be responsible for defining and delivering the Universitys spatial and facilities requirements across 12 month 3 year and 5 year business development projections. Working in close collaboration with faculties and divisions the Senior Manager will drive customer-centric planning and contribute to capital planning decisions by linking space data with business performance metrics. The role will oversee space audits cost management systems and provide expert advice on sustainable flexible design solutions. Leading a high-performing team the Senior Manager will play a key role in enhancing asset management strategies and shaping Monashs long-term infrastructure outcomes while also representing the University in industry forums and strengthening strategic partnerships.

To be successful in this role you will have postgraduate qualifications or equivalent expertise combined with extensive experience in strategic facilities and space management. You bring a proven track record of leading large complex planning initiatives strong analytical and reporting capabilities and expert stakeholder engagement skills. Your ability to influence at senior levels lead high-performing teams and drive innovation in systems and processes will be crucial in delivering long-term value and supporting Monashs vision for a world-class campus experience.

About Monash University

At Monash work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging from contributing to something groundbreaking a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity. Thats why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95000 students four Australian campuses and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the worlds best tertiary institutions. We rank in the worlds top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom you will have access to quality research facilities infrastructure world-class teaching spaces and international collaboration opportunities.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply please refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs. Please address Key Selection Criteria 2 3 and 4 as part of your cover letter.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities neurodivergent people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us at in an email titled Reasonable Adjustments Request for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and background checks required for the role as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Vicki White Director Planning - Buildings and Property

Position Description: Senior Manager Strategic Space Planning and Information

Applications Close: Tuesday 28 October 2025 11:55pm AEDT

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