Operations Manager

We currently have one (1) Permanent Full-time Vacancy available for immediate filling.

A Pool will also be running for a period of 12 months.

About us

The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State's natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.

About the role

Under the limited direction of the Manager Fremantle Museums, this position:

• Provides leadership and direction through applying and monitoring human and physical resources to the site's daily operations.
• Manages the site buildings and spaces in liaison with the Manager Fremantle Museums and CITS Asset Management and ICT teams.
• Develops and maintains operational networks and systems through effective liaison with visitors, stakeholders, community and special interest groups and promotes community support for the organisation's goals and strategies.
• Supports the site's visitor-oriented experiences including all site programs both onsite and events, outreach, marketing and online services.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who has experience leading effective teams and enjoys a challenge. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be flexible, show initiative, and respond quickly to problems when situations change.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Manage the daily Visitor Services operations of the sites through effective leadership, resources management, planning and evaluation.
• Manage the sites building and spaces, including understanding the impact of exhibition and building maintenance scheduling on the site's daily visitor operations and services.
• Ensure the security of the Fremantle Museum's collections on site and observe Fremantle Museum's Conservation standards for collections care.
• Contribute to the site's visitor-oriented experiences, including ensuring the effective delivery of exhibitions, public and education programs, events, outreach, marketing and online services.
• Contributes to the development of the Site's operational plans, projects and associated budgets.

How to apply

Please ensure that you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the work-related requirements (selection criteria) of this position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

• A current comprehensive CVincluding the contact details of two referees.
• A statement of no more than three (3) A4 pagesaddressing all 'Essential work-related requirements' (see JDF). Please provide relevant examples to support your claims.

Please ensure that you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

To submit your application and view the full advertisement, please visit JobsWA at  Emailed applications will not be accepted.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on , in the first instance. For information about the process, please contact Human Resources on email, 

Further Information

If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact, Gill Harrison, Manager Fremantle Museums, on or

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid Work Visa (for fixed term appointments), or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.

A current (within six (6) months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department's Police Record Screening Policy.

We also require the following:

• Work outside normal business hours and on weekends is required.

Pool Recruitment

This Pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time, and part timeappointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.

Applicants found suitable in this Pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies with the WA Museum and the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport for the duration of the Pool.

Equity and Diversity

The WA Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse working environment and providing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally- diverse backgrounds, and young people. The Museum values the importance of a work environment which is representative of the wider community, and which supports a variety of perspectives.

Accessibility: If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

• TTY/Voice calls
• Speak & Listen
• SMS Relay –

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on