Exhibitions Officer

• Permanent / Part Time
• 22 hours per week
• Pro Rata amount of $92,221 per annum (LGIA Stream A Major Venues Level 3 + 30%) (SWA 4B) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Join the dynamic team at Rockhampton Museum of Art in this exciting Permanent Part Time opportunity, where you'll play a key role in bringing exhibitions to life. As part of the curatorial and exhibitions team, you'll contribute to the development, installation, and maintenance of diverse and engaging exhibitions.

Your work will involve hands on tasks such as installing artwork, fabricating displays, installing interpretive and interactive elements, and managing technical requirements including audio, visual, and lighting systems.

You'll also support the care and handling of artworks, assist with deliveries and documentation, and help ensure the museum's public and behind-the-scenes spaces are presented to the highest standard. This role offers variety, creativity, and the chance to collaborate with a passionate team to deliver memorable cultural experiences to the community.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Experience and passion for art museum environment, particularly relevant to the activities of exhibitions and museum industry best practice.
• Ability to work outside of normal office hours as required, including weekends.
• Strong leadership qualities that inspire and empower a positive and results focused team.
• High level attention to detail with skills in the operation of technical systems including audio, audio visual, lighting and staging.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to problem solve, build relationships with all stakeholders and provide the best customer experience.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

• A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

• Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of object handling to present exhibitions to museum/art gallery standards including conservation best practice standards
• Experience in exhibition installation, de-installation, display fabrication and technical operation of lighting and audio-visual installation and upholding Councils Safety First focus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Effective project management skills to ensure the delivery of exhibition components, ensuring a high standard and working to key timeframes.

Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Applications Close: Monday 1 September 2025 at Midnight (AEST)