Project Change Advisor

Job Status: Full time, Parental Leave Cover until August 2026

Salary: Base salary of $112,793 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation

Applications Close: Monday 30th June at 11:55pm

Role Enquiries: [email protected]

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 , 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

Using best practice change management methodologies, the role ensures the organisation has the change management framework and tools to support the effective delivery of projects and change initiatives. As part of the Enterprise Risk & Program Management Office this role will partner with project sponsors and managers to provide expert change management advice in the planning and delivery of key organisation wide projects at the Opera House.

The position plays a lead role in key change initiatives, and partners with project personnel to establish clear and comprehensive change plans, monitor progress and facilitate cross functional collaboration, to ensure the successful achievement of project deliverables, business outcomes and organisation and cultural renewal. The role seeks to identify operational and business process impacts associated with major projects and change initiatives, to ensure change plans support the realisation of agreed project benefits.

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

ARE YOU THE ONE?

We are looking for someone who has:

• Bachelors level minimum tertiary qualification (Business, Change Management, Program/Project Management, Technology), or equivalent experience.
• Sound knowledge of best practice change and project management principles and experience in applying these.
• Experience in managing the development and implementation of change initiatives designed to improve organisational effectiveness.
• Ability to build effective business partnering relationships, including an ability to analyse and evaluate and develop options and solutions.
• Well-developed interpersonal, facilitation, influencing, negotiation, networking and relationship management skills
• Strong communication skills including report writing and presentation skills/experience.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of the Performing Arts Industry or experience in a sector or industry with similar complexities.

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

• 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 [email protected] 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.

What about this position has motivated you to apply?

The role leads the development of change management plans to support the successful delivery of a wide variety of organisational projects. What approaches have you used to identify change impacts and develop change management plans?

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.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 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