Wil Coordinator

The Office of Learning, Teaching and Technology, within the Portfolio of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education), is dedicated to delivering high-quality, accessible and inclusive learning experiences that support student success and graduate outcomes. Work Integrated Learning (WIL) plays a vital role in this mission by providing students with practical, real-world experiences that enhance employability and career readiness. Working in partnership with Schools and industry stakeholders, the WIL team coordinates and supports student placements across a range of disciplines, including education, nursing and veterinary science. Operating in a dynamic and complex environment, the WIL team collaborates with diverse stakeholders to deliver consistent, compliant and high-quality placement services and student experiences.

The WIL Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the WIL Team and delivers practical support for student WIL activities by fostering and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the WIL team, ensuring high-quality support for placements, effective workload management, and resolution of complex stakeholder enquiries.
• Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including industry, community and government organisations, to enhance and expand work-integrated learning opportunities for students.
• Drive continuous improvement and compliance by leading process enhancements, managing communications and reporting, supporting quality assurance activities, and ensuring alignment with University policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $93k – $112k (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions. You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role.
• Indigenous Language Allowance.
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description).
• Your most recent resume (CV).

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Relevant qualifications and experience in work-integrated learning, placements, education, student services, or a related field.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, develop and support high-performing teams while fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating placement programs or WIL activities, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships across internal and external networks.
• High-level digital literacy and problem-solving capability, with experience using Microsoft Office and business systems, and a commitment to inclusive, student-focused service delivery.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Mike Fardon, Director Learning, Teaching and Technology, and quote JR105520 as the reference. Applications Close on 23 July 2026 (11:59pm AWST).

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.