About this role
Campus Life Coordinator Student Experience | Campus Engagement | Health, Safety & Wellbeing
About the Opportunity Are you a people-focused professional who enjoys creating welcoming, connected and engaging campus experiences?
As a Campus Life Coordinator, you'll be a visible and approachable presence at our Surry Hills campus, helping students and staff get the most from their campus experience. Reporting to the Campus Director, you'll deliver campus activities, support student engagement and help ensure the campus is accessible, collaborative and welcoming.
This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys turning ideas into action - from setting up spaces and supporting events to coordinating communications, Orientation and student activities. You'll also play an important role in monitoring campus WHS matters and coordinating the Campus WHS Committee, including volunteer First Aiders, Wardens and Mental Health First Aiders.
If you're proactive, resourceful and passionate about creating exceptional student experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
What's in it for you
• Permanent full-time opportunity based at our Surry Hills campus
• Make a visible difference to student life and campus culture
• Work closely with students, staff, academic teams and campus partners
• Join Australia's largest private university and a purpose-led organisation
What You'll Do You'll help bring our campus activation strategy to life while supporting a positive, student-centred experience for everyone who studies, works and visits at Surry Hills.
Responsibilities include:
• Coordinate campus activities for students, industry and staff, including events, campus tours, student activities and Information Sessions.
• Be a visible and engaged point of contact on campus, providing support to students and staff and helping resolve issues where needed.
• Coordinate Orientation activities, including hosting the International Student Welcome session and supporting international students through drop-in sessions and guidance.
• Work with Campus Directors, Program Directors and accommodation providers to support the welfare, attendance and academic progress of international students under 18, in line with ESOS requirements and relevant procedures.
• Work closely with the SRC, supporting student-led initiatives and providing practical guidance.
• Coordinate staff and student communications on campus, including newsletters, signage, notices and digital displays.
• Monitor WHS matters across campus, support workplace inspections, maintain risk information and help raise awareness of health, safety and security requirements.
• Lead and coordinate the Campus WHS Committee, including volunteer First Aiders, Wardens and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Support the Property and Facilities team and National HSS Manager with safety and security initiatives, including relevant systems, procedures and campus awareness activities.
Skills & Experience
Must Have
• Experience in a front-of-house, customer service, hospitality or customer experience role; experience in a campus or higher education environment is advantageous.
• A genuine passion for helping people and creating a welcoming, accessible and student-centred experience.
• A visible, hands-on approach and the confidence to get involved in setting up spaces, supporting events and delivering initiatives.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, staff, academic teams and external partners.
• The ability to work autonomously, take ownership and use initiative while also following direction and established procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to schedule and prioritise effectively, manage competing priorities and remain responsive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong administration and attention to detail.
• Availability to work in line with campus operating hours, including occasional out-of-hours or weekend work when required.
Nice to Have
• Knowledge or experience in workplace health and safety, risk management or campus safety processes.
• Current First Aid certification, or a willingness to obtain it.
• Experience coordinating volunteers, committees, events or student engagement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or another CRM/customer management platform.
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application.
Applications close: 18th September 2026
Once you apply, we'll keep you updated throughout the recruitment process.
Hiring Process
• Application Review
• Interview(s)
• Reference & Background Checks
• Offer
Should you have accessibility requirements or needs, please contact sebastian.pabon@torrens.edu.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
About Torrens University Australia At Torrens University Australia, we're transforming lives through education. As a Certified B Corporation, we're committed to making a positive impact by providing industry-relevant education that helps students build meaningful careers.
Our Campus Experience team plays an important role in creating engaging, accessible and collaborative learning spaces where students can connect, participate and thrive.
Our Culture Our people are passionate about innovation, collaboration and creating exceptional student experiences.
We foster an inclusive, high-performing environment where ideas are valued, initiative is encouraged and professional growth is supported. You'll work with colleagues across the University who are committed to making a positive difference for students and the communities we serve.
If you're looking to build your career while helping create a campus experience that makes a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at yourcareer@torrens.edu.au