EMPLOYMENT

YOUR ROLE Council opened its doors to a 403 seat, state of the art proscenium arch theatre in the heart of Goulburn’s CBD in March 2022. The Goulburn Performing Arts Centre has won national and international architecture awards and is attracting world class performances enjoyed by audiences, both local and regional, and from across the state. As the Performing Arts Centre Manager, you will be responsible for leading the strategic and effective management of the centre by sourcing, developing, promoting, and delivering a high quality cultural performing arts program of performances and activities to the community that is an innovative, dynamic, and diverse program of theatre, drama, music and other performances and activities. You are required to demonstrate a strong commercial, business acumen to ensure productive, collaborative business partnerships while also providing inspirational leadership and direction to a highly motivated team. YOUR HOME Goulburn Mulwaree Council is located in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales and is perfectly positioned just two hours from Sydney, an hour from Canberra and just under two hours to the coast – a world rich in heritage, culture, natural beauty and adventure is ready to be explored. Embrace relaxed country living, with city benefits. The region presents a unique and balanced lifestyle opportunity to enjoy stunning rural landscapes, heritage architecture, contemporary art, modern boutique shopping, relaxed casual dining, affordable housing, excellent schooling options and plenty of fresh air. For more information about living in the region, please visit the Goulburn Australia website. YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees) A commencing annual salary between $115,018 - $129,447 dependent upon skills and experience, inclusive of 12% superannuation. Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 35-hour working week Flexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council’s Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreement Access to two health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas break Access to three weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused Access to long service leave after five years of employment Salary packaging options available including novated leasing Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents Generous reward and recognition programs and initiatives YOUR CAREER A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goals Access to ongoing professional development and individual development plans Ongoing training and support through Council’s cultural development program Mentoring and coaching programs Opportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangements Access to e-learning platforms YOUR WELLBEING A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each year Free vaccinations, health checks and staff fitness initiatives A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health champions The contact officer for this position is Ken Wheeldon - Business Manager Property & Community Services on (02) 4823 4484 or 0408 978765. Applications close Friday, 16 January 2026 at 5:00pm. This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia. Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. [ Preview The Position Requirements ] [ Position Description ]