ASO4 – SA Maritime Museum Manager
An exciting opportunity to work in a pivotal role at the SA Maritime Museum, located in the historic Port Adelaide precinct.
The Opportunity
The SA Maritime Museum (SAMM) Manager is responsible for leading a dedicated team to deliver excellence in visitor experiences, the security and integrity of the SAMM’s heritage buildings, contents and grounds and the delivery of a highly positive experience of the History Trust of South Australia.
Key components of the role
- Coordinate and oversee the core visitor experience and day-to-day operations of the SA Maritime Museum, ensuring high standards of service and effective business outcomes.
- Manage the administrative, retail, financial, and HR functions of the museum.
- Manage and support staff and volunteers through effective induction, training, performance management, and scheduling.
- Work collaboratively with other Museum Managers for continuous improvement in aligning and streamling services, business operations and visitor experience initiatives.
- Coordinate delivery of public programs, education sessions, tours, events, and launches that promote engagement and learning opportunities for diverse audiences.
- Contribute to marketing and promotional activities, in collaboration and under direction from the Marketing team.
- Oversee the security, maintenance, and integrity of the museum’s buildings, collections, and grounds, including supporting emergency preparedness and capital works.
- Oversee the Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices, ensuring hazards and incidents are managed in accordance with organisational policies and the proactive promotion of a safe workplace across all museum activities.
- Assist in identifying, developing, and managing income-generating activities, funding sources, and commercial opportunities that support the museum’s sustainability.
About you
You have a keen interest in South Australia’s maritime history and are a dynamic individual, able to adapt, innovate and lead high performing teams with a customer led focus.
Special Conditions
Some out of hours work may be required. Occasional weekend work may be required. Engagement in this role is subject to a satisfactory Department of Human Services Working with Children Check. Intrastate and interstate travel may be required and a current driver’s licence is desirable.