• Lead the successful delivery of a high-impact remediation program
• Drive project outcomes and risk management in a complex compliance environment
• Full-time appointment on an initial 12 months, fixed term basis
• Base salary range: $129,497 – $137,029 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

About the area
People and Culture Division supports UWA’s commitment to attracting and retaining world-class talent by driving strategic people initiatives. The Employee Entitlements Remediation Program (EERP) was established to ensure compliance with employee entitlement obligations. The program identifies, investigates, and resolves historical discrepancies while implementing robust controls to prevent future non-compliance.

About the opportunity

• Lead and manage the delivery of complex remediation projects from analysis through to resolution, ensuring compliance with legislation and enterprise agreements.
• Develop and execute structured project plans, tracking deliverables, timelines, and risks across multiple workstreams.
• Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, legal teams, and external partners, to ensure effective project execution.

About you

• Extensive experience in managing large-scale projects, particularly within compliance, governance, or remediation initiatives.
• Formal project management qualifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) and demonstrated application of structured methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities, ensuring alignment across internal and external teams.
• High attention to detail and strategic thinking, ensuring project plans are robust, compliant, and deliver lasting improvements.

Special Requirements

• Current National Police Clearance Certificate.

Position description:  Project Lead (519492).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Steve Johnson at stephen.johnson@uwa.edu.au. 

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 Monday, 21 April 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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 Australia’s 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.

For application queries, contact the person in the advertisement or email the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with your query and the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.