Job reference: 710570
Location: 5015 - PORT ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Opportunity
An exciting prospect to work in a pivotal role at the SA Maritime Museum, located in the historic Port Adelaide precinct.
Key components of the role
- Coordinate and oversee the core visitor experience and day‑to‑day operations of the SA Maritime Museum, ensuring high standards of service and effective business outcomes.
- Manage the administrative, retail, financial, and HR functions of the museum.
- Manage and support staff and volunteers through effective induction, training, performance management, and scheduling.
- Work collaboratively with other Museum Managers for continuous improvement in aligning and streamlining services, business operations and visitor experience initiatives.
- Coordinate delivery of public programs, education sessions, tours, events, and launches that promote engagement and learning opportunities for diverse audiences.
- Contribute to marketing and promotional activities, in collaboration and under direction from the Marketing team.
- Oversee the security, maintenance, and integrity of the museum’s buildings, collections, and grounds, including supporting emergency preparedness and capital works.
- Oversee the Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices, ensuring hazards and incidents are managed in accordance with organisational policies and the proactive promotion of a safe workplace across all museum activities.
- Assist in identifying, developing, and managing income‑generating activities, funding sources, and commercial opportunities that support the museum’s sustainability.
About You
You have a keen interest in South Australia’s maritime history and are a dynamic individual, able to adapt, innovate and lead high‑performing teams with a customer‑led focus.
Special Conditions
Some out of hours work may be required. Occasional weekend work may be required. Engagement in this role is subject to a satisfactory Department of Human Services Working with Children Check. Intrastate and interstate travel may be required and a current driver’s licence is desirable.
Essential Qualifications
Qualifications in related fields such as History, Education and/or Tourism.
Remuneration
SO4 $76,561 - $80,256 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) and leave loading.
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Carolyn Donaghey, Manager of Museums, via email:
Requirement
To apply for this position, applicants are required to submit a CV, Pre‑Employment Declaration, Cover Page (refer application package) and complete the Capability Statement template provided, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria (Section B of the Role Statement). Applicants should include the name, address and contact number of three (3) current referees.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted via the I Work for SA “Apply” button below. Please see the attachments below for more information about the role.
Additional Note
This is a full‑time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 9‑month term contract.
Applications close
07/12/2025 11:30 PM
Attachments
- ASO4 - SA Maritime Museum Manager - Nov 2025.pdf
- Capability Statement - SA Maritime Museum Manager_2025.pdf
- HTSA Application Cover Sheet.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration..pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‑time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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