Full-time, Non-Ongoing, APS6 position $88,834 - $96,829 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation Australia’s leading museum located waterside in beautiful Darling Harbour About the Australian National Maritime Museum As one of Sydney’s most visited museums, the Australian National Maritime Museum shares our national maritime story across Australia and the world, online, onsite and through research, presentations and travelling exhibitions, and provides must-visit museum experiences that delight and inspire. We connect over 2.5 million local, interstate and international visitors annually with the oceans and waterways that are the heartbeat of who we are. From deep time to modern Australian and beyond, we explore our past, our present and future as an island nation shaped by sea, offering a sustainable and cohesive vision for the future. We connect our visitors with the oceans and waterways that are the heartbeat of who we are. From deep time to modern Australian and beyond, we explore our past, our present and future as an island nation shaped by sea, offering a sustainable and cohesive vision for the future. The Museum welcomes over 2.5 million local, interstate and international visitors annually, and is supported by a thriving and passionate staff, membership, volunteer and education base. Find out more at sea.museum.The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking a highly organised Museum Events and Programs Coordinator to join the Programs and Events team in a full-time, non-ongoing role for a period of 12 months. This role requires strong planning and event coordination skills to support the successful delivery of end-to-end internal events. About the Role This position is integral to the planning and delivery of Museum led events, internal departmental events, programs and activations, supporting internal, stakeholder and public facing initiatives across the Museum, in managing all aspects of internal events from concept through to completion, ensuring seamless execution that meets client briefs and expectations. The role involves coordinating, organising and overseeing the planning of event operations and logistics to deliver successful end-to-end internal events. The Coordinator serves as the central point of contact, providing direction, support and communication to internal clients and stakeholders. This position is also vital to the planning and delivery of Museum-led events, programs and activations, supporting both internal and public-facing initiatives. Responsibilities include event coordination, logistics management, adherence to work health and safety requirements, vendor coordination, and liaising with internal clients to tailor events to the Museum’s unique setting. The role assists with venue bookings through Sydney Restaurant Group, oversees event setup, and manages related administration and reporting, ensuring compliance with Museum policies and safety regulations. Working closely with internal departments, the Museum Events and Programs Coordinator facilitates Museum-hosted events with the goal of maximising venue utilisation while preserving the Museum’s integrity and visitor experience. What We Can Offer You Working at the Sea.Museum offers a stunning office location plus access to a range of benefits including: • A competitive salary, plus 15.4% superannuation. • Generous leave and flexible working arrangements. • Great training and development opportunities. • Rewards and recognition initiatives. • Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP – a free counselling service for you and your family). • Wellbeing initiatives including free flu shots and reimbursement for optical. • Salary packaging options. • Staff Regatta – Sailing on the Harbour. How to Apply To view the full position description and apply, please visit our Careers portal via this link - > Provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application. In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports. Applications Close: 11:30pm AEST, Sunday 19 April 2026. No Applications will be accepted by mail or email. To be an eligible member of the community, you must be an Australian citizen. Applications may be accepted from Australian permanent residents who are in the process of acquiring Australian citizenship. All employees will be required to satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check and obtain and maintain a Working with Children Check registration.
