Job Status: Full Time, Ongoing
Salary: Base salary of $121,860 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation
Applications Close: Monday 16th September 2024, 11:59pm
Role Enquiries: recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
Technical Enquiries: encore@sydneyoperahouse.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 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

The Security Duty Manager is responsible for leading and managing the day to day security operations and emergency response to ensuring a safe and secure site and strong SOH security posture. The Security Duty Manager ensures the security operations team (including Venue Security Managers and indirectly Control Room Operators and Fire Safety Offers) comply with SOH policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures to ensure the team is prepared for emergency response and that public safety and security is monitored at all times.

This role will be responsible for providing strong leadership and developing strong rapport with team members through regular coaching, providing timely feedback and professional development opportunities to the team, whilst fostering an inclusive and respectful culture.

This position in conjunction with the Emergency Planning & Response Group (EPRG) Management team also assists with developing and implementing security plans taking into consideration infrastructure, resourcing and key stake holders such as presenters and members of the public.

As a leadership position within the EPRG team this role will also be skilled to cover Control Room, Fire Safety and Chief Warden in the event of an emergency, liaising with emergency services to minimise loss of life and damage to property or heritage values.

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

ARE YOU THE ONE?

Key Responsibilities/skills:

• A minimum of 5 years’ management experience based with the Security/ Emergency Planning Response industry.
• Certificate IV or above in related security or management discipline.
• Comprehensive experience in contributing to the planning and delivery of high profile security and safety services for dignitaries and in liaising with outside agencies and emergency services.
• Specialised knowledge, skills and management experience of contemporary operational security, control room operations and/or Fire safety teams within a complex environment is advantageous.
• Strong verbal communication and people management skills to manage conflict and grievance.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills to ensure compliance around incident reports and investigations.
• NSW SLED 1A Security Licence (2A is advantageous), NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol accreditation, Provide First Aid certificate and Valid NSW WWCC clearance.
• Knowledge of relevant Security and Safety Legislation.

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.
• 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 recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.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

Please submit your Cover and CV via our online portal, in addition you will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.



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.

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