Senior Officer, Property Systems

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus or Geelong Campuses + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and fixed term until 31 August 2026, with potential to extend

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 team and role:

The Systems and Solutions team is dedicated to enhancing and managing Deakin University's business systems, enterprise platforms and digital solutions. Harnessing extensive technical expertise and deep domain knowledge, the team takes a customer-centric approach to develop, configure and implement solutions that streamline digital operations and align with the University's strategic objectives.

The Senior Officer, Property Systems supports the operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the organisation's property systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Property Systems, this role focuses on ensuring systems are efficient, user-friendly, and aligned with operational needs.

As a Senior Officer, you will:

• Assist in the ongoing maintenance and optimisation of property systems to support organisational operations, including integration of security and health and safety features.
• Provide operational support, including troubleshooting system issues, responding to user queries, and escalating complex matters when necessary.
• Support the implementation of security features, such as user access controls and data protection measures, to ensure compliance with organisational policies.
• Contribute to the configuration and management of health and safety functions within systems, ensuring they facilitate compliance and accurate reporting.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather system requirements, provide technical advice, and ensure systems are aligned with operational objectives.

To be successful, you'll have:

• A Degree with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proficiency in property systems or similar platforms, including system configuration, troubleshooting, and data management.
• Proven ability to identify, analyse, and resolve system issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and provide technical advice.

Here's how to apply:

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking the 'Apply' button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Miranga Hendawitharana (Senior Manager, Property Systems) on

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

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Applications for this position close on Thursday, 11 September 2025 at 11:55pm.

Make an Impact with Us

Together we aim to take Deakin forward, strengthening our progressive University through the digital work we do. Whether it's empowering students, enabling teaching staff, or supporting researchers, the work you do here matters. Your achievements contribute to making a positive difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve.

So that you can focus on making a positive impact, Deakin Digital Services lays the foundations for you to be your best self, grow and evolve and join forces with exceptional people.

Be Your Best Self

As a unique individual we understand that showing up as the best version of yourself takes commitment to your personal wellbeing. That's why we foster a supportive environment where you can manage your work to balance your productivity, engagement and wellbeing. Our approach to flexible working empowers you to achieve your best.

Grow & Evolve

Being in the higher education sector, ours is an environment of knowledge sharing and seeking. With us you can grow your capability through formal and informal learning and continuously improve, deepen and broaden your expertise. With many digital roles and teams under the one umbrella, there's opportunity to expand your skillset, embrace new challenges and evolve your career. When YOU thrive, WE thrive.

Join Forces

As a member of our dynamic team, you'll tackle challenges and deliver digital services and solutions alongside supportive, inclusive and talented humans from within the team, and more broadly across the University. We are a powerful collective of diverse skillsets, strengths and experience and our practices promote an environment of collaboration where your unique contribution is welcomed and valued. When you join forces with Digital Services you join forces with Deakin. Visit Why Work at Deakin to view the overarching benefits of working with Deakin.

Are you ready to make an impact with us?

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.