Jobs and Careers

• Contribute to shape the future of work at our University
• Manage timely delivery against project plans and budgets
• Full time fixed term for 12 months, based in Hobart, Launceston or Burnie (Some intrastate travel may be required) 

About the opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented individual who will be responsible for leading and coordinating the successful delivery of the University's Staff Agreement enterprise bargaining negotiations.

This role will work closely with senior stakeholders, project team and negotiating team members, legal advisors, and union representatives to ensure the enterprise bargaining process is delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with the University’s strategy, legal obligations, and governance frameworks.

The successful candidate will be critical to ensuring the University takes a structured, strategic and well-governed approach to bargaining, with a focus on stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, productivity improvements, and compliance.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the end-to-end project management of the University’s enterprise bargaining program, from planning through to approval and implementation.
• Drive and facilitate stakeholder engagement and consultation, specifically with internal stakeholders including senior leadership, employee representatives, and operational managers to ensure alignment and engagement.
• Develop, implement and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, risk registers, budget tracking, and reporting frameworks and track project performance using appropriate tools.
• Identify track, and escalate project risks and issues, supporting the development of mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate input and deliverables from subject matter experts including People and Wellbeing, Legal and Finance.
• Organise and coordinate relevant meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, briefing materials and follow-up actions.
• Ensure governance structures are maintained and that decision-making bodies are appropriately informed, including the Steering Committee and Executive sponsors.­

What we’re looking for:

• Experience managing and coordinating complex projects, preferably within a higher education or large organization.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and track the delivery of project milestones with contemporary tools. Manage project risks and issues and ensure compliance in a regulatory environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills with experience working with senior leaders. 
• High-level written skills including experience drafting reports, presentations, and project documentation.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 8 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $152,033 comprising base salary within the range of $114,282 to $129,943 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Amanda Bachinger, Senior Industrial Relations Consultant, amanda.bachinger@utas.edu.au
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501233 - Project Coordinator Enterprise Bargaining.pdf

Applications close Monday, 21 July 2025, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.