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Job Status : Ongoing (FTC 30 hours per week)
Salary: Base salary of $42.23per hour, plus 13.75% scaled penalty, 12% superannuation contributions
Applications Close: Tuesday 29^th July 2025, 11:59pm
Role Enquiries: An organisation where diversity of thought & experience is valued, supported & respected.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it's one of the world's busiest performing arts centres, the nation's premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House's future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community
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 2024-26, 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.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to ourwebsite.
YOUR NEW ROLE
This role works as part of a team to deliver the highest technical services. The role is customer-focused and supports performers to achieve excellence in their field. This role leads small technical teams to deliver outstanding theatre and entertainment production services to clients. It also contributes to the management, development, care and security of the technical equipment at the Opera House and assists in the development of skills and standards within the Production Services portfolio that meet presenter and SOH expectations.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE?
The ideal candidate will have:
* Comprehensive skills and experience (minimum 5 years) in professional live sound, preferably in a performing arts environment.
* Ability to lead small teams to execute an effective and efficient outcome.
* Physical fitness, agility and ability to work at heights, good hearing and vision.
* Ability and commitment to work on a rotating shift basis.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise tasks efficiently.
* Commitment to abide by the Opera House policies, particularly WHS procedures and manual handling techniques.
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, phyiotherapy 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 tothe 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, let us know how we can best 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 questions in the online application platform.
In addition, you will be prompted to answer the following targeted questions
What about this position has motivated you to apply?
What are your professional strengths and what areas will you need support with to be successful in this role?
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
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.
Your personal information is being c
ollected 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 andPlan
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
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Art/Creative and Production
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Performing Arts
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