Job Status: Ongoing, Full Time
Salary: Base salary of $104,950 per annum/per hour plus 11.5% superannuation contributions
Applications Close: Thursday 29th May, 2025 11:55pm
Role Enquiries: — at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
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 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 our website.
YOUR NEW ROLE
The position works collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of audio & AV systems and associated infrastructure including system design and engineering.
The position holder is responsible for leading the maintenance of the sound & AV systems and equipment used throughout the Sydney Opera House. The role ensures that systems and equipment are kept in optimal operating condition and proactively plans maintenance, software and firmware updates, and suggests upgrades to the HOD accordingly.
The core responsibilities for this role will be conducted on weekdays during standard business hours. However, due to the nature of the business, periodical weekend and after-hours commitments will be necessary to facilitate maintenance and upgrades at our venues outside of scheduled events.
Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
ARE YOU THE ONE?
Key Responsibilities/skills:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a live technical environment, with excellent knowledge of audio and vision systems, infrastructures and protocols.
- Comprehensive Audio and AV systems engineering, maintenance and optimization experience.
- Demonstrated high-level track record of project management for Sound and AV Systems & equipment maintenance.
- Thorough knowledge of team leadership responsibilities under WHS.
- Experience in the maintenance and calibration of sensitive audio and vision equipment.
- Strong knowledge of computer-related technologies including live production audio & vision design tools, networking protocols and Audio/Video over IP implementation.
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
- 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 (aka 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 Star 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 at recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com 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, so let us know how we can 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 two following targeted questions in the online application platform.
- Outline a time you have made improvements to a procedure to meet the needs of the agency or organisation.
- Provide an example of when you managed competing demands whilst supporting a team. What was the situation and how did you determine what was a priority.
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 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.
