Work Integrated Learning - Placement Officer

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2027), Full-Time
• Office of Education, Strategy and Quality
• CQUniversity Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton or Sydney  
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Help shape the future workforce by supporting students in their work placement journey at one of Australia’s most inclusive and engaged universities. CQUniversity is seeking a proactive, detail-orientated professional to facilitate and administer student work placement across a range of disciplines and student cohorts.  

In this position, you will be the forefront in connecting students with valuable real-world industry experience. You will work with academic teams, industry partners and students to arrange placements that meet course and accreditation requirements across multiple campuses. You day-to-day will involve relationship management, strategic planning, data entry, cross-team collaborations and problem solving – all with the goal of supporting student success.

Ready to empower future professionals through real-world learning? Apply now and be part of a team making a difference at CQUniversity!

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 5.4 weeks annual leave (plus 3 working days paid at Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• A degree and relevant experience (or equivalent combination of training/experience).
• Placement experience exposure in a Work Integrated Learning environment highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage workloads independently, prioritise competing tasks, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in resolving administrative or client-related issues.
• Confident to use business support software (Microsoft Office Suite, CRM, or corporate information systems).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to consult, collaborate, advise and negotiate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and clients.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday, 30 April 2026

  
Job Requisition ID: 7231

Internal Position Title: Work Integrated Learning Officer

Contact Details: 

Tamara Rhode

(07) 4930 6954

t.rohde@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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