Our staff benefits

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Guided by our Employee Value Proposition, UTS staff enjoy a variety of benefits and support services including competitive salaries, generous superannuation, career and development opportunities, flexible working options and staff discounts.

Achieve a work-life balance at UTS

UTS is committed to supporting work-life balance and offers access to an array of services and benefits 

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Health and wellbeing

We spend a large proportion of our time at work, so it's important for UTS to maintain a safe and healthy work environment for staff and provide opportunities to find a good work-life balance.  Staff can choose from an array of benefits including access to health services, discounted fitness program and an on-campus gym, childcare centres and a free, confidential employee assistance program.  

The UTS Wellbeing Program focuses on creating a workplace that cultivates a balanced and thriving staff community through physical health, emotional support, financial empowerment, a connected community and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Structured around five key areas of wellbeing (physical, emotional, financial, career and community), the program develops and promotes a range of seasonal and ongoing activities and initiatives to help you manage your wellbeing throughout the year.

My career at UTS

UTS is committed to the development of our staff and offer a range of professional and career development activities, including:

  • Leadership programs
  • Promotional and progression opportunities
  • Professional experience program (academic staff)
  • Study time support (professional staff)
  • Financial assistance for study
  • Access to the UTS Learning Portal
  • LinkedIn Learning membership
  • Research support grants
  • Workshops and professional development programs
  • Professional networks and groups
  • Access to events, talks and lectures from thought leaders

Financial wellbeing

UTS offers competitive remuneration and Biannual increases provided in our Enterprise Agreements, plus:

  • 17% superannuation for fixed-term and continuing staff
  • Salary packaging options for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing and FBT exempt benefits including work-related subscriptions and memberships fees, parking fees, and airport lounge membership 
  • Access to on-campus UniSuper superannuation advice, seminars and support
  • Perks and discounts on electronics, travel, food, and more through partnerships with JB Hi-Fi, Flight Centre, and TELUS Health.

Family and community

UTS staff are part of a close-knit community that supports success and embraces individuality. That’s why we offer a range of family and community focused benefits, including:

  • Priority placement and discounted childcare on-campus
  • Community Involvement: Participation in networks like the UTS Ally Network and Multicultural Women’s Network, and opportunities to engage in social justice initiatives.
  • Generous leave entitlements including 20 days annual leave plus 3 days additional Christmas/New Year leave, 15 days sick leave, 7 days personal leave, up to 26 weeks parental leave, and various types of community leave

Staff recognition

UTS recognises and rewards high performing academic and professional staff through annual staff excellence awards:

Acknowledgement of Country

UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidiagal people and the Gamaygal people, upon whose ancestral lands our university stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders both past and present, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.