Strategic Space Planner

• Excellent opportunity within Facilities, Assets and Campus Services
• Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW Level 8 + 17% super and attractive staff benefits

About the Role
Are you ready to lead the transformation of how space is used across a dynamic, multi-campus university? Swinburne is seeking a strategic and solutions-focused Space Planner to drive smarter, more efficient use of our physical environments. In this pivotal role, you’ll manage day-to-day space requests, lead data-driven planning initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders across academic, research, and operational teams.

You’ll bring a sharp analytical mindset, strong project management skills, and a flair for turning complex data into clear, actionable insights. From developing functional briefs to overseeing space audits and system improvements, your work will directly influence how our campuses support learning, research, and innovation.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.

About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Demonstrated experience and proven track record in one or more areas relating to architecture, project documentation, property, space management, project management or other.
• Demonstrate detailed analytical and critical thinking, including applying advanced analytical skills – both quantitative and qualitative as related to space analysis and organizational planning
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Excel including v-lookup and other analytical methods, Autocad (or like), Cadcorp Spatial Information System (preferred), Archibus (preferred) to develop timely and considered quality space management and asset solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to think flexibly, creatively and quickly under pressure having regard for knowledge of and compliance with frameworks such as Building and Design Codes/Standards as well as the university’s strategic priorities and frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, engagement and effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work efficiently and independently under broad direction as well as part of a team, both internally and across university teams.

Qualifications

• An appropriate tertiary or professional institute qualification including a Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Facilities Management or Environmental Design;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in space planning, facilities management, architectural design, or a related area; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au

Applications Close: Monday 23 June 2025 at 9am.

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.