Senior School Officer (Industry Liaison and Pathways) - St Eugene College, BURPENGARY
Date: 15 Apr 2026
Location: BURPENGARY, QLD, AU, 4505
Company: Brisbane Catholic Education
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
About our school
St Eugene College is a Catholic co-educational Prep-12 school located in Burpengary, with an enrolment of over 1500 students and a staff of approximately 150. We are a dynamic learning community for both our staff and students Our de Mazenod Charism and belief in the dignity of each person, along with our philosophy of transforming learning makes our College a place where all people feel they belong, can grow professionally and personally to embrace the JOY of working with young people.
Inspired by the practical example of Eugene de Mazenod, our lives are centred in God. We strive to be living proof of social consciousness. We are altruistic, focused on recognising the needs of others and our world and using the capabilities and dispositions to address them. We challenge our students to walk in the footsteps of Jesus by giving back to the community and transform our world by continuing to live de Mazenod (Oblate) values all their lives Our moral imperative is to provide authentic, engaging learning experiences to create future focussed learners who can both contribute to and lead in an everchanging world/society. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
The Senior School Officer, Industry Liaison and Pathways provides coordinated administrative and operational support to the school Pathways team to maintain and enhance student pathways.
- Location: St Eugene College - Burpengary (S)
- Contract date: 30/04/2026 - End of 2026 School Year
- Work hours: 22.8 hours per week | 3 days a week, Mon, Wed, Fri
- Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 4 - $36.98/ hr + super
- Status: Term Time Fixed Term | School holidays are unpaid
- Ad close date: 10 May 2026
- Contact: (07) 3491 4600 | pburpengary@bne.catholic.edu.au
About the opportunity
The Senior School Officer (Industry Liaison and Pathways) coordinates and administers work experience, Pathways and VET-related programs, provides guidance and support to students and stakeholders, and contributes to the development and continuous improvement of systems and processes to ensure effective, compliant and high-quality pathways outcomes for secondary school students.
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Monitor and provide administrative support for student pathways programs, including work placement, work experience and school-based traineeships, to maximise meaningful industry engagement and post-school outcomes for students.
- Provide operational support within external industry and education networks for students
- Support staff, employers and training organisations on work placement requirements, processes and expectations.
- Liaise with and maintain effective partnerships with employers, Group Training Organisations, Registered Training Organisations and external agencies and businesses to support sustainable placement opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records and systems, including attendance, student progress, registration of businesses, placements and traineeships, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
- Respond to and support with students enquiries related to career development, students placements, assisting with resumes, applications, interview preparation and employment-seeking strategies.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, including College leadership, Guidance Counsellors, Inclusive Education and Pastoral Support staff, to ensure coordinated and appropriate student support.
- Identify and contribute to improvements in work placement processes, systems and service delivery to enhance efficiency, compliance and student experience.
- Support the wider pathways team with Career and Pathway events, updates and assist with budget administration.
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
- Having provided a wide variety of administrative and operational support
- Coordinating tasks to meet deadlines and commitments, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery
- Advising on administrative tasks and processes, driving process improvements
- Understanding of compliance within a school and delivering on relevant legislation, policy and procedures
- Led and supported administrative staff, ensuring their smooth onboarding and providing effective training for optimal performance
- Relevant certifications and/or experience would be highly regarded.
- For this position you are not required to be Catholic
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
- Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
- Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
- Active staff social club and wellness programs
- Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
- Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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