• Faculty of Science

• Full-time, continuing position.

• Base salary will be in the range $97,268 - $104,348 + 17% super (HEW Level 6).

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About This Opportunity  

Join a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven team within the Faculty of Science Infrastructure & Facilities portfolio. As a Senior Facilities Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the physical environments that underpin world-class teaching, research and operational excellence. Based at UQ's Gatton Campus, you will work closely with stakeholders across the School of Veterinary Science, Agricultural and Food Sciences (AGFS), Gatton Farm operations and the broader Faculty of Science. Supporting a diverse range of facilities and stakeholders, you will provide trusted facilities expertise, coordinate infrastructure and maintenance activities, and help ensure staff, students and industry partners can thrive in safe, functional and innovative spaces.

This hands-on role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across one of Australia's leading veterinary, agricultural and animal science precincts. Working across Agricultural and Food Sciences, Gatton Farm operations and veterinary facilities, you'll contribute to the success of teaching, research and industry engagement activities that support both the University and the wider community. Whether you're looking for a tree change, seeking genuine work-life balance, or are motivated by contributing to education, research and innovation, you'll enjoy being part of a collaborative team and welcoming rural community. Flexible start and finish times may be available, subject to operational requirements. This role provides the opportunity to enjoy more of what matters outside of work while building a rewarding career at UQ Gatton, where a unique blend of rural lifestyle, supportive community and world-class education and research facilities creates an exceptional place to live and work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating facilities maintenance activities through inspections, issue identification, contractor engagement and timely resolution of infrastructure matters.

• Supporting infrastructure and capital projects through planning, stakeholder consultation, project coordination and defect management.

• Managing assets, equipment records, local databases and facilities systems to support operational excellence and informed decision-making.

• Coordinating space allocation, access control and facilities operations to ensure efficient, safe and compliant use of Faculty spaces.

About You  

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A relevant degree with subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge, experience and education/training.

• Experience coordinating small facilities or infrastructure projects, including managing competing priorities, timelines and budgets.

• Strong customer service, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and resolve issues in a timely manner.

• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.

• Sound knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems within a scientific, research or technical environment.

• The ability to interpret scientific or technical requirements relating to equipment, facilities or infrastructure, and communicate these effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise initiative and judgement, and deliver practical solutions.

• Demonstrated computer literacy and skills in Microsoft Office suite of products.

Experience in a higher education, research, scientific or similarly complex operational environment will be highly regarded.

About UQ 

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:  

• Free parking and intercampus bus 

• On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading 

• Health and wellness discounts: fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• Career development opportunities: access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program 

• 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services 

• Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility 

Interested? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ricard Marnewick [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Other Information  

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.  

 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.  

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close 7 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-67860). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for week commencing 21 September 2026.