• Job Description

  Req#: 0125773
  • Full time, continuing role
  • Use your management experience to run operational activities for the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
  • HEO 10 Base Salary $150,628 + 17% superannuation
  About the opportunity
  The Sydney Conservatorium of Music (SCM) is seeking an Operations Manager to provide expert advice and guidance to implement strategy , policy and related business plans into operational activity. With five direct reports, the role will manage the utilisation of resources across a wide range of teaching and research activity for both the tertiary and secondary school programs.
  The position holder will also ensure the maintenance of the building as a music education and performance facility utilising effective operational and administrative systems to meet these requirements in alignment with University policies, practices and relevant legislative and regulatory controls to ensure a safe working environment for all staff and visitors.
  SCM is one of the oldest and most prestigious Music Schools in Australia and occupies a distinctive place within Sydney’s arts and education community. The Conservatorium is renowned for its exceptional commitment to music, innovation and partnership programs with Australia’s major arts organisations.
  SCM is located in a landmark position at the heart of Sydney’s cultural precinct, close to the Sydney Opera House and surrounded by the Royal Botanic Gardens. Since 2001, following major renovation to create a facility of outstanding acoustic and architectural quality, the Conservatorium is regarded as one of the finest in the world with six performance venues and over 130 teaching and practice studios.
  Your key responsibilities will be to:
  • lead operational and administrative functions for the work area
  • manage communication and stakeholder engagement
  • provide effective leadership and guidance to support staff
  • oversee risk and workplace health and safety
  • manage operational budgets and prepare reports as required for management groups and governance committees
  • work flexibly outside normal business hours to support the 1200+ public events each year.
  About you
  • excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes and effectively deliver results
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work
  • excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven negotiation and conflict resolution abilities including demonstrated level of tact and discretion in dealing with a variety of matters
  • professional experience managing a complex public environment including venue operations, ticket sales and Front of House duties
  • experience managing a diverse group of key stakeholders on large and complex projects and the ability to foster productive relationships with industry providers and key users
  • financial management experience and literacy, experience managing budgets and controlling income and expenditure for projects
  • demonstrated experience in the supervision, training, mentoring and performance management of staff and resolving a diverse range of complex HR issues
  • proven management experience at a senior level together with flexibility, capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and environments and when necessary, navigating through ambiguity.
  Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
  Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.
  Pre-employment checks
  Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
  This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
  EEO statement
  At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
  We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
  How to apply
  Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
  For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
  For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Lena Jiang, Recruitment Operations by email to lena.jiang@sydney.edu.au.
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  Applications Close
  Sunday 03 November 2024 11:59 PM

• About the company

  The University of Sydney is an Australian public research university in Sydney, Australia.

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