Manager, Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at The University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Employability, Work Integrated Learning, Stakeholder Engagement, Curriculum Development, Educational Resources, Project Management, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Strategic Partnerships, Higher Education, Industry Collaboration, Program Development, Co-design, Innovation, Scalability

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

About This Opportunity As Manager, Work Integrated Learning (WIL), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future employability of students within the BEL Faculty. You will inform and support the implementation of the Faculty’s WIL strategy and priorities, providing expert advice and resources to embed employability and WIL across BEL programs and within courses. In this position, you will lead and develop a highly effective team of Employability and WIL Advisors to deliver exceptional outcomes for students and industry partners. Key responsibilities will include: Lead and manage a high performing team, setting goals, key performance indicators, and supporting individual growth and development to ensure a highly productive and successful service that is aligned with UQ and BEL Education priorities. Provide expert, multi-disciplinary advice on the development and delivery of WIL to senior stakeholders within the Faculty. Partner with senior stakeholders within the faculty to provide advice, strategies, and guidance to support the embedding of employability in the curriculum, and raising awareness of the range of WIL delivery options. Lead the design and coordination of learning opportunities including workshops for academic and professional staff involved in the design and implementation of WIL experiences. Identify, develop and maintain strategic partnerships with industry, including national, international, rural and regional organisations to co-design and deliver initiatives that bridge the gap between theory and practice. This is a Full-time (100%), continuing position at HEW Level 8, working with a high-performing, collaborative team. About You Qualifications and training equivalent to an undergraduate degree in business administration, economics, law, human resources, education, or another relevant field, and at least four years in WIL with extensive experience and/or management expertise in employability; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and expertise in working at a senior level in WIL and employability within higher education. High level experience developing and delivering educational resources to support WIL in higher education, meeting a range of discipline-specific needs and expectations. Sound knowledge of Australian higher education sector, university degree structures, and employability issues face by students and graduates in domestic and international labour markets. A professional and enthusiastic approach to develop clear project plans and timelines, regularly communicate with stakeholders, and monitor project progress to deliver high quality, innovative and scalable WIL programs. High level of interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to manage relationships with senior academic and professional staff, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to lead a high performing team of professionals, including supervision, development, and managing a team culture to support the strategic needs of the unit. Experience in applying a programmatic lens to scaffold and embed student employability within and across diverse programs in a higher education environment or Faculty. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Aliisa Mylonas, BEL Faculty Senior Manager, Education: a.mylonas@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close 1 December 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58436). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 8 December. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a high-performing team to deliver exceptional outcomes for students and industry partners. Provide expert advice and resources to embed employability and WIL across BEL programs and within courses.