Overview
Role type: Part-time (0.5 FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Fine Arts and Music
Department / School: Programs and Operations Portfolio
Salary: Level 5 - $86,943 - $99,864 (pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super
Join a vibrant team delivering exceptional set designs for the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music's performing arts programmes. You will support students, collaborate with designers, and help ensure smooth operations during performances while upholding high safety and creative standards.
Your next career opportunity
As a Production Workshop Officer - Set Construction, you will be at the forefront of delivering set designs, supporting students, collaborating with designers, and ensuring the operational success of performances. You will contribute to safety, quality, and creativity in our artistic endeavours.
Your responsibilities
* Support Teaching and Learning: Provide technical guidance for set construction, scenic elements, and props, ensuring professional standards in the workshop.
* Facilitate Workshop Operations: Oversee student activities, manage equipment and safety protocols, and collaborate with production teams for successful project delivery.
* Ensure Health and Safety Compliance: Implement risk management practices and contribute to compliance with university policies and regulations.
* Manage Budgets and Resources: Monitor and reconcile expenditure against project budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation.
You may be a great fit if
You will have a strong background in performing arts set construction, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve artistic excellence.
You may also
* Have a degree or equivalent professional experience in performing arts or set construction.
* Possess industry experience in theatre production workshops or performance venues.
* Demonstrate proficiency in carpentry and basic metalwork techniques.
* Have strong project and time management skills to meet production deadlines.
* Be knowledgeable in safe handling of chemicals and materials in a workshop environment.
For further information please refer to the attached Position Description (PD).
What we offer
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
* Progressive leave provisions to support work–life balance
* Salary packaging and access to discounted services including health insurance
* Health and well-being services including an Employee Assistance Program
Further information is available on our benefits page.
Programs and Operations
The Programs and Operations (P&O) team within the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music delivers services, support and technical expertise to academics, students, professional staff and stakeholders. The team operates mainly at the Southbank Campus and the Parkville Campus, and oversees program planning, delivery, and operational functions across production and technical areas, event coordination, studios, asset and resource management, facilities maintenance and OH&S.
Diversity and inclusion
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to an inclusive and fair workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Details on diversity and inclusion are available on our website.
Equity and accessibility
We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and provide reasonable adjustments throughout. For assistance, please contact the listed HR team or equity office. See position page for contact details.
Other information
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team for information and support. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. Applications close: 4 February 2026, 11:55 PM (Melbourne time).
Join Us
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume; Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience; responses against selection criteria.
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