College Operations Manager

College Operations Manager – University of Newcastle Join to apply for the College Operations Manager role at University of Newcastle . This strategic leadership role leads operational excellence across the College of Human and Social Futures , which houses four schools: Newcastle Business School , School of Law and Justice , School of Education , and School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences . The Operations Manager contributes to strategy, policies, and transformation projects, while also driving operational excellence, innovation, continuous improvement and change leadership across the College. The role is based at the City (NUspace) campus, with regular travel to other University sites. Responsibilities Lead a high‑performing operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Support strategic planning, workforce development, and operational efficiency across multiple campuses. Deliver College‑wide initiatives including wellbeing programs, major events, and transformation projects. Provide high‑level advice and support to senior leaders, ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic goals. Oversee space and infrastructure coordination, CAPEX management, and compliance. Champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and workplace health and safety. Qualifications Proven leadership and management experience in a complex organisational environment. High‑level skills in planning, project management, compliance, and quality assurance. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. A collaborative mindset and ability to foster team spirit and cross‑functional cooperation. Experience delivering initiatives that enhance wellbeing, culture, and performance. How Your Success Will Be Measured Delivery of operational efficiencies and service improvements. Staff engagement and performance within the OPVC Operations Team. Effective coordination of College‑wide initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, events, and infrastructure projects. Contribution to strategic planning and implementation across the College. Benefits Competitive pay and leave: HEW9 remuneration package $159,155 – $170,522, including a generous employer superannuation contribution of 17%, a range of leave and salary packaging options. Flexibility and balance: 35‑hour work week and family‑friendly policies, childcare centres and leave entitlements to support carer responsibilities. Career development: Access to leadership programmes, mentoring, LinkedIn Learning, and education support. Wellbeing: Staff wellbeing programmes, confidential EAP, discounted fitness passport, corporate health plans, and medical centre. Application Requirements Current resume/CV. Cover letter outlining motivation and addressing the essential criteria, using examples. Evidence of proven leadership and management experience in a complex organisational environment. Evidence of planning, organisational, operational or project management, compliance and quality assurance skills. Evidence of analytical and problem‑solving skills with sound judgement and operational efficiencies. Evidence of managing College‑wide initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, major events and workplace transformation projects. Evidence of fostering team spirit, cooperation and collaboration within and across teams. Applicants must have current and valid working rights in Australia. Closing Date: Monday 1st December 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT. Contact Us Inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need adjustments or support at any stage, please contact Mark Glaze, Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at – include reference CHSF101 in all correspondence. For role‑specific enquiries, contact Professor Robert Greenberg, Pro Vice‑Chancellor ( ). The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas. We extend our respect to the homelands of our students and staff, and we pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present. We are fully committed to building on our strengths in Indigenous higher education and providing a supportive space for our Indigenous students, staff and communities. The University of Newcastle is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each person brings to our community and strive to create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people living with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr