At UTS we are passionate about our commitment to learning and innovation that is relevant to today's world and benefits local and international communities. We are one of Australia's leading universities of technology that has a distinct model of learning, strong research performance and a leading reputation for engagement with industry and the professions. By joining UTS, you'll be part of a team that is committed to making a positive impact on society, driving equity, and fostering inclusivity in education and beyond. The Faculty of Science warmly invites applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous Australians, people with visible and non-visible disability, neurodiverse individuals, those who identify as LGBTQIA and applicants from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. UTS was one of the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines. We're actively creating a more inclusive and supportive community through initiatives like Flexible Working, Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, LGBTQIA community support and the UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. About the role Step into a pivotal fixed-term leadership opportunity as the Faculty General Manager - Science . You will be partnering closely with the Dean to drive strategic, operational and organisational excellence across the Faculty. In this influential role, you will lead high-performing operations that support world-class teaching, research, scholarship and community engagement, while ensuring alignment with broader University priorities. Bringing together strategic insight and operational expertise, you will provide trusted advice across people, finance, governance and resource management, oversee the delivery of key Faculty initiatives, and foster strong collaboration with University-wide divisions to ensure services, infrastructure and investment meet the evolving needs of the Faculty. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and commercially astute leader to make a meaningful impact in a complex and progressive academic environment. About You (Key Selection Criteria) You are a collaborative and influential leader with strong people management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Known for building high-performing teams and trusted relationships, you bring the ability to navigate complex environments, drive continuous improvement and foster a strong service culture. With excellent project management capabilities, you can analyse complex issues, develop practical solutions and successfully deliver multiple concurrent initiatives from planning through to completion. Other requirements include: A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, with postgraduate qualifications in a related field considered advantageous. Demonstrated experience leading people, building capability and driving change in complex executive-level environments within higher education or similar sectors. Strong experience analysing data to support organisational decision-making. Extensive experience managing diverse administrative functions in complex environments. Proven success in strategic and business planning, monitoring and delivery. Experience managing budgets and organisational resources effectively. For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities please click download the position statement What We Offer A competitive remuneration package is on offer, commensurate with experience and the seniority of the role, plus 17% superannuation (pension) The position is full time and will be made on an 18-months fixed term basis. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities. How To Apply Please include the following in your application and ensure all documents submitted include reference number IRC339880 and your name. a cover letter stating your motivation for applying and addressing the selection criteria in the 'About You' section above. a copy of your resume For guidance on preparing your responses to the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria. Applications must be submitted via the UTS online recruitment system (current staff should apply through NEO). UTS is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants to include a statement on career breaks or relative to opportunity where relevant. UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community. General enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Kyle Plant in the UTS Recruitment Team at uts.edu.au. Closing Date: Monday 8th June 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST) You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Accessibility UTS Recruitment is committed to digital accessibility. If you experience any difficulty with the content of our advertising, please let us know so we can ensure our information is accessible to everyone. In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway, please contact uts.edu.au for assistance. UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.
