- Help build the foundations of workforce governance at a world top 100 university.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
- Base salary up to $120,287 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
At The University of Western Australia, we're strengthening the way we manage our workforce. We're looking for an experienced Position Management Advisor to establish and lead our position management function, ensuring our organisational structures and workforce data are accurate, well governed and enable great people outcomes.
This is a newly created opportunity to shape how position management is delivered across one of Australia's leading universities. You'll design and embed consistent processes, maintain the University's position establishment and organisational hierarchy, and ensure workforce data supports payroll accuracy, compliance and informed decision making.
About the opportunity
- Establish and manage the University's position management framework.
- Own the integrity of the organisational hierarchy and position establishment.
- Design and continuously improve position management processes and governance.
- Ensure workforce data is accurate, consistent and audit ready.
- Partner with People & Culture, Payroll, Finance and Schools to support organisational change and workforce planning.
- Provide expert advice on position management and organisational structures.
- Identify opportunities to improve data quality, strengthen controls and streamline processes.
About you
- You enjoy creating structure, improving processes and ensuring data integrity. You understand how accurate position management underpins payroll, compliance and effective workforce planning.
- You'll bring experience in position management, payroll, workforce administration, HR systems or a related discipline, along with:
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Experience managing organisational structures and workforce data.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on practical solutions.
- Experience working in a complex organisation is highly regarded.
Why join us?
People & Culture is transforming the way it delivers services across the University. This role offers the opportunity to build a new capability, influence how workforce information is managed and work with colleagues who are committed to delivering high quality services for our staff and the University community.
If you're passionate about process design, workforce data and creating well governed systems that enable others to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: 
Position Management Advisor PD.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zander Ribbens at Zander.Ribbens@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 Friday 14th August 2026. The University reserves the right to commence interviews and/or appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
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 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.
If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.