Residential Life Coordinator

• Make a meaningful impact on student development
• Dynamic and Community-Oriented Work Environment
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $95,231 – $100,643 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

University Hall (UniHall) is the residential college of the University of Western Australia and home to over 750 students and staff. It is located opposite UWA, the Swan River and Kings Park. UniHall is renowned for its diverse and inclusive student population and prides itself on being a place for everyone UniHallers come from all over Western Australia, Australia and around the world not only to reside close to their UWA campus but also to become part of a residential community that supports personal growth, growing strong relationships and pastoral care in a dynamic and vibrant workplace.

The Residential Life Team is integral to developing and sustaining a vibrant living-learning community that promotes diversity and inclusion. By fostering and supporting pastoral care needs and maintaining a safe environment, University Hall promotes and enhances opportunities for student growth and success.

About the opportunity

• You will play a key support role in fostering a safe, energetic and harmonious living and learning environment for residents.
• Plan, develop and deliver a Professional Development portfolio that provides residents with knowledge, skills and opportunities to support their transition from tertiary study to career progression.
• Coordinate events and activities, internships, work placements and a variety of employment offerings.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience at an appropriate level.
• Experience coordinating events, working with young adults from diverse backgrounds, and sound knowledge of risk management principles.
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues and maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Sound knowledge of the issues that affect the personal, academic and social lives of young people.

Special Requirements

• A current National Police Clearance Certificate,
• Occasional weekend work

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION Residential Life Coordinator -

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Hayden Glass at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 3rd October 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.