Job Description Job Status : Ongoing, Full Time Salary: Base salary of $74,672 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation contributions Applications Close: Tuesday 5th November 2024 11:59pm Technical Enquiries: encoresydneyoperahouse.com Role Enquiries: recruitmentsydneyoperahouse.com An organisation where diversity of thought & experience is valued, supported & respected. THE HOUSE The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. It is a globally recognised Australian icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, among the world’s busiest performing arts centres, one of the architectural wonders of the 20th century and the nation’s most visited tourism destination. 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 2024-26, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes: 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 This role is responsible for supporting the administration of maintenance contracts and the coordination of contractor activities on site at Sydney Opera House. The role ensures compliance with contract agreements and supports the seamless management of maintenance services. Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description. ARE YOU THE ONE? Key Responsibilities/skills: • Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience of contract management and administration within building or maintenance industries • Knowledge, understanding and experience working in contract administration including planning, coordinating work priorities, communication, stakeholder management and contracts reporting • High level writing and computer skills to produce, interpret and edit complex technical documents, reports, contracts, briefing papers and submissions • High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of documentation produced • Experience in both electronic and paper records management systems • High level interpersonal skills to consult and negotiate at a senior management level with Sydney Opera House clients and with contractors • High level skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and sound keyboard skills • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience is desirable 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 5-week’s annual leave (pro rata). Flexible working arrangements. 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 & 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 (GBCA). Working for an organisation who has committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Complimentary tickets to shows. And many more OUR FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING We are an inclusive employer who recognises that everyone is unique. We welcome you for who you are – as you are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email us at recruitmentsydneyoperahouse.com so we can discuss this further. If you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily tick every box of the role description, please still 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. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are d/Deaf and Disabled or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, identify as LGBTIQ and from other underrepresented groups/communities. Read more about our DI&B commitments outlined in our Strategy, which works hand in hand with the commitments in our longstanding Reconciliation, Accessibility and Environmental Action plans. NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY? We know flexibility means different things to different people, let us know how we can best support you to be your best. SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW 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 In addition, applicants will be prompted to answer the following targeted questions in the online application platform 1.Can you describe your experience with administrative tasks such as data entry, managing spreadsheets, processing invoices or tracking contract milestones? 2.Can you describe any experience of working with contract and administration teams that specialise in building maintenance services? If not, what is your understanding of these services? 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. Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies