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Australia, Perth 118102.00 - 127808.00 AUD / Year · Job Posted April 24, 2026
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Job Description
Parental leave cover position. Lead the administration team based across Perth and Geraldton. Join the team building the world’s largest Radio-astronomy Telescope. The SKA-Low Executive Officer provides high-level support to the SKA-Low leadership team, including the Telescope Director, Deputy Director, Site Construction Director, and Business Manager, and leads the Administration Team across Perth and Geraldton. This role blends executive support with operational coordination, managing stakeholder engagement, preparing briefing materials, and ensuring alignment between CSIRO and SKAO policies. Key responsibilities include supporting business services across HR, Finance, Communications, and Facilities, as well as contributing to special projects, major events, and the operational management of SKA-Low properties.
Job Responsibility
Provide high-level executive support to the SKA-Low Telescope Director, Site Construction Director, Deputy Telescope Director and Business Manager
Lead and manage a team of administrators across Geraldton and Perth, overseeing effective workload distribution, performance managing and planning and professional growth opportunities
Liaise with Business Enabling functions to align operational support meeting project requirements and expectations
Plan and execute major events, conferences, workshops, training sessions, and team-building activities. Ensure events are aligned with project goals and deliver value to participants
Requirements
A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and demonstrated experience coordinating administrative operations, stakeholder engagement, and supporting business enabling functions
Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships in a global multi-partner science organisation, including preparing briefing materials and supporting strategic alignment
Able to demonstrate experience or aptitude as a line manager, including setting clear expectations, managing workloads, and supporting professional development. Ability to lead a geographically distributed team, fostering a collaborative and accountable team culture
Proven ability to identify operational challenges within a multi-partner global science collaboration and implement practical solutions that improve efficiency and service delivery. Experience in managing projects, tracking progress, and making timely interventions to meet objectives
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, including the implementation of systems and workflows that support productivity and compliance. Experience promoting inclusive, safe, and values-driven workplace practices
Nice to have
Project Management Experience: Experience in project management with a proven track record of successfully managing timelines, budgets, and risks
Health & Safety Knowledge: Understanding of health and safety principles, risk management, and incident response protocols
What we offer
15.4% superannuation
range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities