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• Casual opportunity for a Supervisor (Jacaranda Flame Consulting) Opportunity to mentor Engineering and Computer Science Students HEO 7 About the opportunity We are seeking supervisors for our upcoming Jacaranda Flame Consulting (JFC) program. Supervisors must hold an Engineers Australia accredited degree (or equivalent as per the Washington Accord). In this program, industry partners provide real-world projects, and teams of 5–7 students work with clients across a 9-week period. Program dates: 1 December 2025 – 13 February 2026 (with the University holiday break) The Supervisor role supports the successful delivery of the Jacaranda Flame Consulting program by acting as the key liaison between students, clients and Faculty. The position ensures smooth program operations, provides student support and development, facilitates client engagement, and manages administrative and reporting requirements from pre-program preparation through to post-program wrap-up. The Supervisor works under broad supervision of the academic JFC Director, performing tasks independently to deliver against goals. They choose appropriate methods of work and plan and prioritise tasks. They will provide advice as the first point of contact for their designated area. They also resolve routine matters related to their responsibilities and collaborate with others. Your key responsibilities will be to: Program Preparation: Participate in supervisor planning, review project briefs, confirm group allocations, and coordinate client introductions and first meetings. Program Delivery & Student Support: Attend induction, client meetings, supervisor meetings, and site visits as required. Provide ongoing guidance to student groups, including project management, teamwork, and client liaison. Monitor student progress through weekly reflections, and SparkPlus ratings, referring issues to mentors where needed. Facilitate mock presentations, provide feedback on reports, and support final presentations. Act as the primary contact and first point of escalation for student and client matters. Administration & Compliance: Manage timesheet approvals, oversee workplace etiquette, and address enquiries. Program Evaluation & Wrap-Up: Conduct exit interviews, obtain client feedback, and contribute to supervisor debrief meetings to identify improvements. Approve final timesheets and work experience certificates for PEP. About you tertiary qualifications in a relevant field Supervisors must hold an Engineers Australia accredited degree (or equivalent as per the Washington Accord). has strong presentation and communication skills has strong time management and organisational skills and deliver according to project timeframes We would particularly welcome expressions of interest from contacts who may be semi-retired or looking for a rewarding opportunity to mentor and guide students as they deliver on industry projects. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Questions about this role can be directed to Nicholas.tse@sydney.edu.au. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Jenny from Recruitment Operations by email to jenny.seo@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. 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