Placement Officer

Company Description

Every student deserves the opportunity to turn learning into real-world experience.

At Griffith University, placements and Work Integrated Learning are a critical part of preparing the next generation of health and human services professionals. They connect our students with industry, communities and the professions they will ultimately join.

The Griffith School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work brings together a diverse range of disciplines committed to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Supporting this work is a dedicated placements team responsible for creating and coordinating high-quality placement experiences for our students and building strong partnerships with the organisations that support them.

Job Description

Join a team that helps shape the next generation of allied health, sport and social work professionals. At Griffith University, we are looking for an exceptional administrator to join our Placement Team as a Placement Officer. If you are highly organised, tech-savvy, enjoy building relationships and delivering excellent customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

In this role, you will coordinate student placements, support compliance and preparation activities, manage records and systems, and work closely with students, academics and industry partners to ensure positive placement experiences. Previous placement experience is welcome but not required. We provide comprehensive training and value strong organisational skills, attention to detail, adaptability and confidence using technology.

Our team is known for its supportive culture, strong collaboration and commitment to professional growth. You will be welcomed into a dynamic environment where your contribution is valued and where ongoing learning and development are encouraged.

In this role, you will:

- Coordinate the allocation, administration and ongoing management of student placements across relevant programs and disciplines.
- Support students through placement preparation, pre-placement requirements, compliance processes, correspondence and practical advice.
- Work closely with academic leads, professional staff and placement colleagues to deliver high-quality placement experiences.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with industry partners, including supporting new and recurring placement opportunities and placement deed administration.
- Use placement or education management systems to maintain records, monitor requirements, prepare reports and support quality assurance, evaluation and accreditation activities.
- Contribute to operational activities including databases, orientation materials, assessments, finance processes, supervisor engagement and payment administration, events and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You will bring relevant experience, training and/or qualifications, supported by strong organisational skills, sound judgement and clear communication. Experience in student administration, placements, compliance, health education, partner engagement or complex service environments would be highly regarded. You will also demonstrate:

- Ability to build strong professional relationships with students, staff and external partners.
- Is proactive, adaptable, resilient and solution-focused in a changing environment.
- Can balance competing priorities, manage details accurately and work with a high level of independence.
- Is digitally confident and comfortable using systems, data and records to support effective placement administration.
- Values teamwork, contributes positively to culture and is committed to student success, continuous improvement and professional growth.

This is a continuing, full-time position primarily based at Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 5 range $82,415 - $92,456 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $96,426 - $108,174 per annum.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy .

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description (https://c.smartrecruiters.com/sr-company-attachments-prod-aws-dc5/6270a42b9da2f23e08f16ddd/2feba09c-7545-4b84-a0b4-1511798c95bd?r=s3-eu-central-1))
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Elise Bailey, Placement and Partnerships Team Leader at [email protected]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Lane Stachow, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]

Closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026 11:59pm AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.