HCM Systems Administrator

Salary: HEP 9 $128,446 - $133,636 per annum + 17% employer superannuation
Contract Type: Full time, Fixed-term (9 months)
Hours per week: 36.75
Location: Footscray Park Campus 
 

Victoria University (VU) is seeking an experienced HCM Systems Administrator to join our People and Culture team. This critical role will provide specialist application support for Oracle HCM, ensuring the system delivers excellence across configuration, reporting, integrations, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance.

About Us

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan : Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers "Thriving place to Study and Work" will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role

• As the HCM Systems Administrator, you will:
• Lead the administration, configuration, and continuous improvement of VU's Oracle HCM system.
• Provide specialist advice on system performance, enhancements, and user experience.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver effective outcomes.
• Analyse data to develop insights, identify improvement opportunities, and support business decisions.
• Work closely with vendors, IT Services, and People and Culture colleagues to resolve complex issues.
• Mentor and coach team members to strengthen system capability across the University.

For a copy of the Position Description, click HERE.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Postgraduate qualifications and/or extensive relevant experience in information systems (preferably HCM).
• Strong expertise in administering Human Capital Management systems (e.g. Recruitment, CoreHR, Time & Labour, Absence) and supporting payroll integrations.
• Advanced problem-solving, analytical and query (Oracle SQL) skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build collaborative relationships.
• Experience leading or coaching others to build technical and process knowledge.
• (Desirable) Project management experience and exposure to HR/Payroll systems such as AscenderPay, PageUp, or Oracle HCM.
   

Why Join Us

VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage

How to Apply

For a copy of the Position Description, click HERE.

Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Application Closing Date: 11:59pm 5 September 2025

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Charlotte Cameron, Director People Experience and Services via email  

Our Commitment to Protecting Country: 

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. 

Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity

Victoria University welcomes and celebrates the diverse perspectives, identities, and backgrounds of all people. We are committed to progressive inclusivity as a core strategic priority. All members of the VU community have a responsibility to be inclusive, respectful and supportive of all.

We are committed to maintaining a workforce which reflects the community we serve, this means we strive to attract, retain, develop and empower talented individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applicants who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised people, those from the LGBTQIA+ community, people from all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.  We believe that a diversity of experiences and perspectives strengthens our community and fosters a more innovative, inclusive, and supportive working environment, where everyone feels they belong.

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