Careers at UniSC

• Information Technology | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Down
• Level 8, $115,240 - $130,514 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

As Senior Workplace Technologies Engineer (Communication and Collaboration), you’ll help shape the way our UniSC community connects and collaborates. From planning and designing digital tools to delivering seamless support across all campuses, you’ll ensure our workplace technologies are user-friendly, effective, and built with real people in mind. You’ll play a key role in translating business needs into practical, empowering tech solutions, boosting digital productivity and supporting staff and student digital confidence along the way. This role also contributes to policies, standards and vendor partnerships, and provides guidance to others in the team when needed.

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You will

• design and support user-friendly digital workplace services that help our staff and students connect, collaborate and get things done, on campus and remotely;
• manage and optimise key technologies, including Microsoft 365, audio/visual systems and endpoint tools, to support learning, teaching and operations across UniSC;
• lead and contribute to projects that introduce and integrate new technologies, working with vendors and partners, shaping internal processes, and driving smarter ways of working; and
• act as a trusted technical expert, always looking for ways to improve service delivery, enhance digital experiences, and support a culture of continuous improvement.

About you

You're someone who blends big-picture thinking with hands-on technical know-how. Our ideal candidate is curious, forward-thinking and ready to lead by example, bringing fresh ideas to the table and helping others grow along the way. You’re confident navigating complex digital environments, passionate about exploring what’s next in workplace tech, and committed to creating services that truly work for people. You’ll thrive in collaboration, whether you’re mentoring teammates, designing with our stakeholders in mind, or shaping adoption strategies that help everyone make the most of UniSC’s digital tools.

You will possess:

• Strong technical knowhow in digital workplace tech, especially Microsoft 365, AV systems, endpoint tools and productivity apps, ideally with experience in a university or similarly complex environment
• A creative and curious mindset with a knack for solving tricky problems and designing smart, people focused tech solutions
• Deep expertise in Microsoft 365, particularly Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business, with hands on experience setting up virtual meeting spaces, Teams Rooms and integrating third party services to level up collaboration
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work across teams to deliver secure, compliant and seamless M365 services that support how we work and connect
• A sharp eye for new tools and tech that enhance what Microsoft 365 can do and the experience to bring them into play in a way that makes sense for people

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description:  493175_position description.pdf 

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 31 August 2025. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Suraj Thapa
Manager, Workplace Technologies – IT Client Services
Telephone: 07 5456 5200
Email: sthapa1@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.