Assistant, Reception

23 hours ago

Waurn Ponds, Victoria, Australia Deakin University Full time

Job no: 577857

Work type: Part-time

Location: Geelong - Waurn Ponds

Categories: Administration

  • Based at our Waurn Ponds Campus
  • Part-time (0.8FTE) and continuing
  • HEW 4 $76,967 - $81, % Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including 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 grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Reception Assistant, you will:

  • Assist in the delivery of effective and efficient services to guests, ensuring that guest experiences exceed expectations and compliments the centre
  • Provide general administrative support, including but not limited to processing catering orders, assisting in end of month financial reporting, and organising the purchasing of all stationery and equipment
  • Assist with the roster to ensure adequate staff coverage
  • Ensure a high-level of customer service, adhere to all quality requirements

To be successful, you'll have:

  • Completion of an Associate Diploma level qualifications with relevant work experience or a certificate level qualification with post-certificate relevant work experience; or
  • Completion of a post-Trades Certificate or Advanced Certificate and extensive relevant and on the job training; or
  • An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
  • Knowledge of the hospitality industry, suppliers, and systems (use of property management system with an understanding of online booking channel manager systems)

Here's how 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 Paula Simon (Assistant Manager, Waurn Ponds Estate) at

Applications for this position close on Tuesday 4th of November.

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.

Advertised: 21 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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