Careers at TAFE NSW

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Operations Coordinator

Kingscliff (Role based at Tweed Hospital Complex)

Permanent Full-time

$131,911 – $142,056 salary package - includes base salary ($116,219 – $125,157), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

This is a unique and customer-facing opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Northern NSW Academic Health Alliance (NAHA) - a collaborative partnership between TAFE NSW and three universities, based within the Tweed Hospital Complex in Kingscliff.

As the Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Hub, ensuring activities are well coordinated, priorities are managed, and services are delivered effectively. You will provide high-level administrative coordination and contribute to decision-making aligned to the NAHA governance framework, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the Hub.

A key part of this role includes overseeing day-to-day operations, including coordinating and guiding another team member to ensure workflows, priorities, and service delivery outcomes are achieved. While this role does not have formal direct reports, it plays an important role in supporting and aligning team activities.

Working across a broad range of stakeholders, you will help drive collaboration, maintain effective processes, and support initiatives that connect education, health, and community outcomes. This role suits someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment and can balance operational delivery with team coordination.

About you 
You are an organised and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You bring strong coordination and administrative skills, with the ability to manage day-to-day operations and keep things running smoothly.

You will demonstrate:

• strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• experience supporting operational coordination, reporting, and administration
• the ability to guide day-to-day activities and support team workflows

Most importantly, you are adaptable, collaborative, and motivated to contribute to meaningful work that supports education, health, and community outcomes.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

To apply for this role, click 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• A cover letter outlining how your capabilities, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role (1 page max.)

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11:55pm AEST 19 April 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 
contact Shay El-ardenli, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email Shayma.elardenli@tafensw.edu.au or contact number 7921 0896.

Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Charlie Cross, Director Educational Operations, via email at Charlie.Cross@tafensw.edu.au 

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.