Governance and leadership
Executive leadership
Providing advice to the Vice-Chancellor on matters of strategic and operational significance, the primary role of the Executive Committee is to define and focus the strategic direction of the University in line with the Strategic Plan, and prioritise operational decisions according to this framework.
Members of the Executive Leadership Team
Professor Craig Simmons
Pro Vice-Chancellor, College of Engineering, Science and Environment
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.