Assistant Exhibition Technician, Rockhampton Museum of Art (Casual)

Casual

Supportive Work/Life Balance

$42.33 per hour (LGIA Stream B Major Venues Level 2) + Superannuation

Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Join our dynamic Communities and Culture team as a casual Assistant Exhibition Technician at Rockhampton Museum of Art (RMOA), where you’ll play a pivotal role in exceptional exhibition delivery at Rockhampton Museum of Art, with opportunities to also work across Rockhampton’s major venues. This is your opportunity to bring exhibitions to life by assisting with the installation and de-installation of artworks, installing audio-visual equipment and lighting, and preparation of gallery spaces.

In this role, you will handle, hang, and position artworks of various materials with precision and care, contributing to the successful presentation of exhibitions. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with fabrication and painting for exhibitions, ensuring a high standard of presentation. Additionally, you will operate and maintain technical equipment such as lighting, audio, and audiovisual systems to industry best practices.

A key aspect of this role involves safely loading and unloading exhibition items and collaborating with your team to maintain the security, cleanliness, and safety of public areas and technical equipment. If you’re passionate about cultural institutions and exhibitions and enjoy being part of a team that brings creative visions to life, this role is for you!

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

What we are looking for

Passion for the visual arts

Experience working with artworks and exhibitions

Exceptional interpersonal skills which allow you to work effectively within teams

A positive attitude towards safety with a high level of surrounding awareness

Ability to work under pressure within a fast paced, outcome driven team

Working with Children Blue card is a mandatory requirement for this role

Construction Industry Induction (White Card), Elevated Work Platform Licence are highly desirable

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

Employee Assistance Program

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

Qualifications in the visual arts (or demonstrated industry experience)

Demonstrated ability in artwork handling, installing artworks and exhibition delivery

Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain technical equipment and tools

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with clients, colleagues, and teams across the organisation to achieve common goals and drive successful outcomes.

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

Click the ‘Apply’ button above to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday, 14 July 2025 at Midnight (AEST)