Performing Arts Centre Manager

About the Goulburn Performing Arts Centre Council opened its doors to a 403 seat, state‑of‑the‑art proscenium arch theatre in the heart of Goulburn’s CBD in March 2022. The Goulburn Performing Arts Centre has won national and international architecture awards and attracts world‑class performances enjoyed by audiences from across the region and beyond. Role Overview As the Performing Arts Centre Manager you will lead the strategic and effective management of the centre. You will source, develop, promote and deliver a high‑quality cultural performing‑arts programme of theatre, drama, music and other performances and activities to the community. You will demonstrate strong commercial and business acumen, ensure productive partnership relationships, and provide inspirational leadership to a highly motivated team. Key Responsibilities Source, develop, promote and deliver a high‑quality cultural performing‑arts programme. Lead the strategic and day‑to‑day management of the centre, including commercial and business operations. Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with artists, hosts, sponsors and community organisations. Provide inspirational leadership and direction to staff and volunteers. Ensure compliance with all relevant pre‑employment checks and employment eligibility requirements. Qualifications and Experience Strong commercial and business acumen, with experience in venue or performing‑arts management. Demonstrated capacity to lead and inspire a diverse, high‑motivated team. Right to live and work in Australia. Working Environment (for eligible employees) Commencing annual salary between $115,018 – $129,447, dependent upon skills and experience, inclusive of 12% superannuation. Work a 9‑day fortnight, based on a 35‑hour working week. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council’s Flex First Procedure, including access to an individualised hours agreement. Access to two health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas break. Access to three weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused. Access to long service leave after five years of employment. Salary packaging options available including novated leasing. Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents. Generous reward and recognition programmes and initiatives. Career Development A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goals. Access to ongoing professional development and individual development plans. Ongoing training and support through Council’s cultural development programme. Mentoring and coaching programmes. Opportunities for secondments and higher‑grade duties arrangements. Access to e‑learning platforms. Wellbeing A suite of health and wellbeing programmes offered each year. Free vaccinations, health checks and staff fitness initiatives. A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued. Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family. A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental‑health champions. Contact information Ken Wheeldon – Business Manager, Property & Community Services(02) 4823 4*** or 0408 978*** Applications closeFriday, 16 January 2026at 5:00pm. Applications subject to relevant pre‑employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia. Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr