Job Status: Full Time, Ongoing

Salary: Base salary of $152,699 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contributions

Applications Close: Wednesday 17th June at 11:55pm

Role Enquires: recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com

Online Application Support: Frequently Asked Questions

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 2024-2026, 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):

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

Join us in shaping a high-performing, inclusive and future-ready workforce. We are seeking an experienced HR professional to lead strategic people initiatives that support organisational success and enhance employee experience.

The HR Strategy and Program Manager is a senior leadership role that designs and oversees the implementation of a program of people-related actions, initiatives and projects that support the achievement of the Opera House’s Everyone’s House strategy, building a strong culture, uplifting capability, supporting organisational sustainability and enhancing the employee experience. The role is responsible for people-related systems, data and reporting to inform workforce planning and strategies, ensuring the organisation is best-placed to deliver on objectives and is prepared for future trends, opportunities and challenges.

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.

For this opportunity you will have:

The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

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 as 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.

We know flexibility means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.

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.
Please note 2000 character limit.

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.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

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.