Head of School, School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering Full-time

Head Of School

Lead one of the world's most respected engineering schools and help shape the future of engineering education, research and industry impact.

The School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering is entering an exciting new chapter. With a strong global reputation, significant student growth, world-leading research capability, and deep industry connections, the School is uniquely positioned to influence the future of mechanical, aerospace, biomedical, materials, mechatronic and mining engineering.

As Head of School, you will inherit a thriving, collaborative and inclusive community and be empowered to drive its next phase of growth. This is a rare opportunity to build on an extraordinary legacy while shaping the ideas, partnerships and people that will solve tomorrow's most complex challenges.

The School's commitment to research excellence and real-world impact is reflected in the outstanding global standing of UQ's Mineral and Mining Engineering discipline, ranked 5th in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

In this role, you will:

• Shape the strategic direction of one of Australia's leading engineering schools.
• Lead a community of internationally recognised researchers, educators, professional staff and industry collaborators.
• Drive research excellence across areas transforming the future, including advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, robotics, automation, biomedical engineering and mining innovation.
• Build bold interdisciplinary partnerships that translate discovery into meaningful impact.
• Strengthen engagement with industry, government and global partners to create new opportunities for growth, influence and collaboration.
• Elevate the School's global reputation while protecting the collegial, supportive culture that makes it distinctive.
• Guide strategic investment decisions across people, infrastructure, education and research.
• Leave a lasting legacy through leadership that creates impact well beyond the University.