Exhibitions Production Assistant

Overview

Unique opportunity to join Newcastle Art Gallery at a time of growth and renewal. Supportive team environment in newly expanded facility. Permanent part-time role – 21 hours per week.

In an exciting time for our reimagined Newcastle Art Gallery, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Exhibitions Production Assistant to join the team in this permanent, part time opportunity working 21 hours per week. As a member of our team, you won't just work for the city; you’ll co-create it.

As our Exhibitions Production Assistant, you will support the Curatorial team in the planning and presentation of short and long-term collection displays. This includes the preparation, installation, and maintenance of exhibitions and displays. Reporting to the Exhibitions Lead, you’ll work closely with the Exhibitions Production Officer and Curatorial Officer (Exhibitions), and the Gallery's team of exhibition installation casuals during installation programs.

You will work in a hands-on capacity across the Gallery floor and in the back of house technical, preparation, and collection storage areas, as well as undertaking desk-based administration tasks. We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, solution-focused problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently under instruction. This role requires sound knowledge of exhibition production, art handling, and gallery equipment.

Experience with technical and audio-visual equipment for the presentation of works of art is also advantageous.

Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.

• Support the Curatorial team in the planning and presentation of short and long-term collection displays, including preparation, installation, and maintenance of exhibitions and displays. Work with the Exhibitions Lead and Exhibitions Production Officer during installation programs.
• Operate hands-on across the Gallery floor and back-of-house areas and undertake desk-based administration tasks as required.

• Strong attention to detail, solution-focused problem-solving skills, and ability to work collaboratively and independently under instruction.
• Sound knowledge of exhibition production, art handling, and gallery equipment. Experience with technical and audio-visual equipment for presentation of works of art is advantageous.

• 21-hour working week with flexible work arrangements available
• 4 weeks of annual leave, 3 weeks of personal leave, plus 2 additional paid public holidays (pro-rata)
• 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment
• Paid parental leave for primary carers
• Industry leading employment conditions
• Corporate Fitness program from as little as $12.90 per fortnight
• Access to a range of exclusive CN employee benefits programs including Novated Lease options as well as access to reward and recognition vouchers
• Annual performance development plans and ongoing training and development opportunities
• Leading the CN Way leadership program
• Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (IDE) employee networks and initiatives
• Access to Health & Wellbeing programs including an Onsite Physiotherapist and Psychology, Yoga and Mental Health Ambassador Groups

We champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.

People with diverse lived experiences are encouraged to apply. Don’t just work for the city, co-create it. Join and expand your career at the City of Newcastle.

Final date to receive applications: Friday 13 February 2026

Remuneration: $42,613.99 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 21-hour week

Contact: Tulleah Pearce – Exhibitions Lead –  or tpearce.gov.au

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