Coordinator, People Operations

• Based at either our Melbourne Burwood or Geelong Waterfront Campuses, hybrid work available
• Full-time and fixed term from mid-June 2026 to February 2027
• HEW 7 $105,933 - $116,643 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are agile and innovative, and committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education and research and the contributions we make to the wider community. As one of Australia’s largest universities, Deakin has strong global linkages, world-class research and an education portfolio that blends the best of campus and digital delivery into a highly supportive and personalised student experience. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

At Deakin, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including various leave options such as generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to advance your career; an inclusive, supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

About the role

The Coordinator, People Operations is part of our exceptional People Services department - the operational hub of the People function. Made up of three specialist teams (People Operations, Recruitment Services and Payroll), People Services acts as the first point of contact for HR support across Deakin. We deliver a range of essential services including handling general HR enquiries, managing payroll and coordinating end-to-end recruitment. As part of the wider Customer Experience division, People Services works closely with People and Culture to provide a high-quality, customer-centric service that is dependable and professional. Together, these qualities help us create a positive experience for our people.

The Coordinator, People Operations is a crucial role ensuring the efficient operation of the People Operations team by focusing on process alignment and consistency across all employment lifecycle activities. This position will respond to emerging challenges and ensure that operational practices are standardised and effectively implemented across the team.

As the Coordinator, People Operations you will:

• Coordinate activities within the People Operations team to deliver high quality solutions and achievement of goals across the employment lifecycle.
• Effectively manage the contract management processes in a timely manner in line with legislative and the Enterprise Agreement requirements.
• Coordinate and manage the clean-up, accuracy and effectiveness of data input into people systems, implementing quality improvement initiatives, conducting regular reviews and audits and proactive data maintenance.
• Maintain and use a variety of systems, processes, diverse range of people and sources to gather information and gain a deeper understanding of the employment lifecycle.
• Support the Senior Coordinator, People Operations in the delivery of targeted projects that ensure compliance and ensure an improved experience for staff.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree with substantial subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Prior experience working in human resource administration or systems environment.

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD - Coordinator, People Operations.pdf

To apply 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fadzai Sanjeev - Senior Manager, People Operations via f.sanjeev@deakin.edu.au

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 17 May 2026

This opportunity is open to all current continuing, fixed-term and casual Deakin staff members only.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.