- Lead Enterprise‑Wide Learning, Capability and Reward with Purpose and Impact.
- Ongoing appointment with flexible work arrangements considered.
About the area
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a world-leading institution dedicated to shaping the future through excellence in education, groundbreaking research, and impactful community engagement. As a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UWA is committed to driving innovation, fostering diversity, and cultivating a vibrant, inclusive culture. Our vision is to empower our people to create lasting change, solve global challenges, and inspire future generations.
About the opportunity
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of UWA’s reward strategy, ensuring remuneration frameworks, recognition approaches and workforce capability initiatives support attraction, retention, performance and long-term workforce sustainability.
- Support the strategic direction and delivery of enterprise learning and capability initiatives, including foundational capability uplift and mandatory training, aligned to UWA’s workforce strategy, culture and future organisational needs.
- Lead the development of enterprise workforce planning frameworks, providing forward-looking workforce insights, capability forecasting and strategic advice to inform workforce priorities, succession planning and future workforce capability needs across the University.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualification in human resources, organisational development, psychology, business or a related discipline, or equivalent senior professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise workforce planning, capability, learning, reward or organisational development initiatives within a large and complex organisation.
- Strong understanding of the connection between workforce capability, reward, performance and organisational strategy, with the ability to translate workforce insights into practical enterprise initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior leaders on workforce, capability and organisational priorities.
- Well-developed stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with experience embedding enterprise initiatives across diverse operating environments.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: PD - Senior Manager, Workforce Capability, Planning and Reward.pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jean Blattmann at jean.blattmann@uwa.edu.au
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.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 15 May 2026
This position is only open to Current UWA staff
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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, 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 people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.