Description
Job Status: Full Time, Temporary (18 months)
Salary: Base salary of $56,563 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions
Applications Close: Sunday 18th January 2026, at 11:55pm
Role Enquires: P&
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An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and 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, 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 our website.
YOUR NEW ROLE
Step into the world of live performance with a traineeship designed to spark your creativity and build your technical skills from the ground up. As part of our Production team, you'll help deliver safe, smooth, and memorable live events while learning what makes great technical production happen.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone at the start of their career who's excited to explore theatre and live events. You'll work towards a CUA40425 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, specialising in lighting technologies, all while gaining hands-on experience with real productions.
You'll be supported by a friendly, experienced team who will guide your on-the-job learning and help you grow your confidence. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you're enthusiastic, keen to learn, and ready to shine in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
To be eligible for a traineeship, applicants must:
* Have completed Year 12 (or equivalent) with a solid achievement in English, Mathematics and Technology.
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have full working rights (for at least six months prior to applying). Visa Holders must be able to work and study in Australia to be eligible for a traineeship in NSW.
* Be willing to commit to the traineeship agreement. Traineeship duration is 18 months (March 2026 – September 2027)
* Applicants must not have completed a qualification equal to, or above a Certificate IV level in any similar technical production qualification. For example; completing a Cert IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in any technical production discipline will make you ineligible.
* Applicants must show evidence of their capabilities in live production and technical services, and their ability to:
* Produce a body of work that demonstrates the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with live production and technical services, in line with current industry standards, and apply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one area of technical production. Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through experience or formal study.
FIND OUT MORE
Click HERE for the Information Package for further details.
If you have any more questions, join us for a live webinar with the team
We have two upcoming sessions via TEAMS:
Monday 8th December, 10:30am - 11:15am | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Wednesday 17th December, 3:30pm – 4:15pm | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
* 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
* 5 weeks' annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
* Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
* 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 (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 Start 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 as P& 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 strongly encourage applications from First Nations people to apply. This traineeship is a chance to bring your voice, perspective and culture into the live performance space, helping to shape the stories we share and the way we bring them to life on stage.
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.
SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW
Please submit your cover letter, resume and portfolio via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the following targeted question in the online application platform.
1. What motivated you to apply for this position?
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.
The NSW Public Sector traineeship program has strict guidelines on eligibility based on citizenship and residency status.
You must be:
* an Australian citizen, or a foreign national with permanent residency,
* or a New Zealand passport holder who has been a resident in Australia for more than six months,
* or a person who holds a visa that is identified by Training Services as being eligible.
Visa holders must be able to work and study in Australia to be eligible for an Apprenticeship or Traineeship in NSW.
For further information, see Citizenship and residency status requirements to undertake apprenticeship or traineeship (/education-and-training/resources/visa-info-apprentices-trainees)
If your circumstance changes, please consider re applying for any future traineeship positions at the Sydney Opera House
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.