Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world’s most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV)—where every day is a new opportunity to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the southern hemisphere’s largest and most iconic museum organisations, we’re not just about exhibits; we’re about engaging, immersive moments that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.
Home to the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, the culturally rich Immigration Museum, the mind-expanding Scienceworks, and the World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building, MV is a place where events transform spaces and stories into something truly unmissable. Join a passionate team that brings ideas to life and makes discovery part of everyday experience.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Technical Operations Manager leads Museums Victoria’s multimedia, lighting and presentation technologies, ensuring reliable operations and the delivery of innovative digital experiences across all venues.
This role is accountable for the leadership and day-to-day operations of the Technical Services Operations team, managing specialist staff, systems and resources that support exhibitions, events and public programs. It oversees the development and operation of audio-visual systems, digital signage and integrated control systems, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and high-quality visitor experiences.
The position also contributes to strategic planning and budget management and provides expert technical advice to the Technical Director while working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners and industry networks.
Some of the key duties include:
- Lead and manage a technical team delivering operational support across all venues
- Oversee multimedia, lighting and presentation technologies, ensuring reliable and safe performance
- Manage technical assets, maintenance programs and lifecycle planning
- Develop and implement operational plans, policies and procedures
- Monitor emerging technologies to support innovation and continuous improvement
- Manage service requests, stakeholder enquiries and operational priorities
- Oversee budgets, procurement and resource allocation
- Support exhibitions and projects through technical planning and coordination
- Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
The successful applicant will have:
- Experience leading technical teams in complex operational environments
- Strong expertise in multimedia and presentation technologies, including AV and control systems
- Proven ability to manage technical operations, assets and service delivery
- Sound project, budget and resource management skills
- Ability to apply emerging technologies to improve systems and experiences
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Understanding of safety, risk and compliance requirements
OTHER INFORMATION
This is a Full time, ongoing position. The salary on offer is a VPS5.1 Base salary of $113,022 per annum (pro rata) plus 12% superannuation, increasing to $116,413 per annum from 1st May 2026.
The successful applicant is required to undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children Check and be assessed as suitable (new employees are required to meet this cost).
HOW TO APPLY?
Apply HERE
For more information about this position, please contact Tim McCormack at TiMccormack@museum.vic.gov.au.
Please submit the three following three documents with your application:
- Your Cover Letter
- Your Resume
- A written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in our Role Statement (Please refer to attached document)
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 13 May 2026 (11:59pm)
