Careers at the Powerhouse

The Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences sits at the intersection of art, design, science and technology, and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. Established in 1881, the Museum includes Powerhouse Ultimo, Sydney Observatory, and the Powerhouse Castle Hill and will expand to include Powerhouse Parramatta — the largest cultural infrastructure project currently being undertaken in Australia.

The Museum is the custodian of over half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. The revitalisation of Powerhouse Ultimo and the launch of Powerhouse Parramatta offer the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is redefining and reinvigorating a much-loved institution.

We are always looking for talented individuals to work with our teams and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and those living in regional locations.  To view our current list of opportunities, refer to OPEN POSITIONS listed below.

Open Positions

Head of Enterprise Applications

Head of Enterprise Applications

Closes March 26, 2023

Ongoing full time

ICT

The Head of Enterprise Applications is responsible for developing and leading the design and provision of ICT services to support Powerhouse operations and functions. The role is accountable for the selection, procurement, deployment, operations, and maintenance of line of business and enterprise software applications focused on achieving efficient operations and continuous improvement. This role will manage solution vendors and implementation partners and lead and manage the Enterprise Applications team.

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Senior Conservator, Grade 2 (Ceramics and Glass)

Senior Conservator, Grade 2 (Ceramics and Glass)

Closes March 28, 2023

Ongoing Full-time

Conservation

The Conservator, Grade 2 is responsible for planning, coordinating, and completing the conservation treatments of objects in the collection. The role is specialist in object conservation with experience in ceramics and glass material. The role contributes to the implementation of best practices and programs to conserve and develop the Museum’s multi-disciplinary collections and enable optimal access through exhibition, research, programs, and external stakeholders.

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Head of ICT Operations

Head of ICT Operations

Closes March 26, 2023

Ongoing full time

ICT

The Head of Enterprise Applications is responsible for developing and leading the design and provision of ICT services to support Powerhouse operations and functions. The role is accountable for the selection, procurement, deployment, operations, and maintenance of line of business and enterprise software applications focused on achieving efficient operations and continuous improvement. This role will manage solution vendors and implementation partners and lead and manage the Enterprise Applications team.

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Director, Powerhouse Program

Director, Powerhouse Program

Closes March 26, 2023

Ongoing Full-time

Powerhouse Program

Director, Powerhouse Program - Senior Executive Band 1
Ongoing Full-time

The Director, Powerhouse Program will lead the conceptual and curatorial development and delivery of the applied arts and applied sciences Program across the four Powerhouse sites - Parramatta, Ultimo, Castle Hill and Sydney Observatory. You will collaborate locally, nationally, and internationally to create an ambitious, culturally relevant, and dynamic program that sits at the forefront of redefining museum practice.

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