Job Status: Ongoing, Full time
Salary: Base salary of $119,594 per annum, plus 11% superannuation contributions
Applications Close: Sunday 28th January 2024, 11:59pm
Role Enquiries: recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
Technical Enquiries: Jobs NSW Helpdesk on 1800 562 679
An organisation where diversity of thought & experience is valued, supported & respected.
THE HOUSE
The Sydney Opera House is the number one tourist destination and the busiest Performing Arts centre in the Country. We are able to achieve this because of our incredibly hardworking and passionate people. Be part of shaping our future where you will be provided with opportunities to grow and develop, while making a positive contribution to our community.
For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.
YOUR NEW ROLE
The Deputy Head of Sound AV (Deputy) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations for Sound AV. They are also the subject matter expert to support the Event Operations department in short to mid-term scoping and technical questions relating to Sound AV.
The Deputy provides leadership in the delivery of technical services by assisting in the development of systems and standards that are customer-focused and support performers to achieve excellence. The Deputy supports the Head of Sound AV to foster a culture of continuous learning, personal development, and technical excellence. The Deputy ensures compliance with relevant technical and WHS standards and contributes to the ongoing development of WHS awareness at the Sydney Opera House.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE?
Key Responsibilities/skills:
- At least 2 years experience in managing technical staff in a fast-paced environment
- High level of technical expertise, comprehensive skills and at least 5 years experience in all aspects of Sound AV
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in staff rostering and operational planning.
- Excellent communication, team building and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent leadership, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and prioritise work in a fast-paced environment.
THE PERKS
The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 5-week’s annual leave.
- 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 & 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 (GBCA).
- Working for an organisation who has committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!
OUR FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
We are an inclusive employer who recognises everyone is unique, we welcome you for who you are – as you are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email us at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com“>recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com so we can discuss this further. If you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily tick every box of the role description, please still get in touch. Read more about our DI&B commitments outline in our Strategy, which works hand in hand with the commitments in our longstanding Reconciliation, Accessibility and Environmental Action plans.
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 encourage applications from people of all genders, as well as people from one or more of these underrepresented groups/communities, including but not limited to d/Deaf and Disabled people/people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQ+.
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
Applicants are asked to please create a profile at https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au and follow the prompts which will include uploading an up to date resume and cover letter (no more than one page).
In addition, applicants will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.
- What is your experience in leading, motivating and developing teams in a continuously evolving environment?
- Please describe a time where you had to manage multiple stakeholders with conflicting priorities. What was the situation? What was your approach? What was the outcome?
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.
Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies
