Placement Coordinator (WIL)

• Play a key role in connecting students with meaningful realworld industry experiences.
• Be part of a collaborative team shaping employability outcomes across the University.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $95231 $100643 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Enterprise Education is the Universitys gateway between academic programs and industry government and community partners. Working across faculties and portfolios the team designs enables and scales highimpact partnerships that deliver practical learning professional placement and experiential learning opportunities for students. These partnerships strengthen student employability while supporting industry capability and community outcomes across Western Australia.

About the opportunity

• Coordinating administrative processes that support the delivery of WIL placements across faculties.
• Acting as a key point of contact for students staff and partners resolving routine enquiries and escalating complex matters.
• Supporting consistent highquality operational practices across WIL programs.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Substantial experience in senior or complex administrative support roles.
• Proven ability to support students and learning and teaching activities in a tertiary environment.
• Highly developed written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet competing deadlines.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: Placement Coordinator

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Glenys Evans at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 28^th May 2026.

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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