The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State’s natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life-long learning, and developing and hosting world-class exhibitions.
Curators in the Maritime Heritage Department are responsible for the development, curation, and interpretation of the Maritime Heritage Department’s collections. The position conducts original research and delivers public outcomes aligned to the Museum’s Strategic plan and departmental operational plan, working collaboratively within the Museum, and externally with partners and stakeholders.
We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who loves working in a positive team environment, enjoys a challenge and wants to make a difference.
You will have relevant qualifications in maritime heritage that will enable you to undertake a range of maritime heritage-related work around the State.
The successful applicant will be expected to:
- Have tertiary qualifications relevant to Western Australian maritime heritage.
- Have demonstrated knowledge of subject expertise, and knowledge of the relevant State and Commonwealth legislation.
- Have significant skills and knowledge in contemporary collection development principles and practices.
- Have demonstrated ability to plan and deliver projects such as research-based projects, fieldwork, collections, or exhibitions-related projects.
- Have strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to work in a team environment and present information to a wide variety of audiences and stakeholders.
- Have the necessary diving and boating qualifications (where required) as specified in the JDF.
