Description:
Job Summary
Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.
About the Role
The position is the primary interface for Faculties and Divisions for all space related matters; responsible for managing allocations, developing project briefs, providing solutions for new space requests and ensuring efficient and effective use of space.
If successful in applying for this role, you will be responsible for:
• Manage space allocations across the university by assigning space based on forecast requirements, assessing requests, negotiating changes, supporting business cases, and ensuring efficient use through audits and analysis.
• Develop project briefs and assess new building requirements by planning future movements, evaluating requests, determining best allocations, and working closely with the Project team throughout implementation to ensure adherence to space standards and successful implementation of relocations and refurbishments.
• Provide the Head of Space Management with accurate and timely reports by analysing data, assessing space utilization, contributing to long-term planning, and improving systems and processes.
• Communicate and educate university contacts on space planning by sharing policies and strategies, collaborating with other departments, maintaining external best practice relationships, and refining space planning processes and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement by developing key performance indicators, optimizing space management systems, and enhancing strategies to ensure effective and efficient use of university facilities.
With examples, please outline within your Cover Letter, how you meet the following key selection criteria:
1. Demonstrated experience analysing complex situations and making effective recommendations.
2. Demonstrated experience in managing stakeholders at all levels.
3. Ability to establish requirements through consultation and translate to accommodation needs
4. Previous experience in a similar role, ideally with university experience is highly desirable but not essential.
Remuneration & Benefits
A competitive remuneration package, including 17% superannuation, is on offer for the successful candidate.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 12 months .
How To Apply
For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please click the apply link and download the Position Description from the UTS website.
You are required to address the selection criteria in your cover letter along with a resume.
Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC308961 and your name.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at ***********@uts.edu.au
Closing Date: Friday, 18th April 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST)
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.