Job Status: Full Time
Salary: Base salary of $134,824 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions
Applications Close: Tuesday 19th May 11:55pm
Role Enquires: at
OUR VALUES
The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-2026, our ambition is to be Everyone's House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):
* Everyone feels welcome here.
* We better understand and connect with the community.
* We are future ready.
* We lead and inspire positive change.
YOUR NEW ROLE
This role oversees all operational and show support activities for internal and external stakeholders, spanning staging, lighting, sound, audiovisual, technology, and record/broadcast. The successful candidate will provide expert technical and logistical leadership, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest professional standards.
You will manage a skilled team, maintain equipment and systems, and develop stakeholder-focused processes that empower artists, hirers, and partners to achieve excellence.
If you are an experienced production professional with strong leadership and coordination skills, we encourage you to apply.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE?
* Minimum five years demonstrated high-level production experience, with a variety of clients across various art forms and event types
* Demonstrated documentation and logistics capabilities, a willingness to keep up to date with industry standards and innovations and an ability to interpret and implement technical changes within the context of an established business.
* Proven capacity to self-direct and make decisions, incorporating excellent organisational, strategic and analytical skills.
* Extensive knowledge of, and commitment to, WHS and risk management within a production environment.
* Demonstrated written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in conflict management.
* Proven ability to work under pressure including demonstrated sound decision making and crisis management skills.
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
* 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
* Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
* Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka SEALs) and more.
* Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
* Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
* Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world's first arts organisation to join the UN's Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
* Complimentary tickets to shows.
* And many more!
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us at to discuss. Even if you think you'd be a great fit, but don't necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.
We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.
NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?
We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the following targeted question in the online application platform.
* Describe a time when you were faced with a particularly challenging task or issue. How did you handle the situation and what was the outcome?
* Can you provide an example of a safety issue in which you had to gain support and agreement from others and find a way forward? What was the issue and what happened?
To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies