Operations Assistant

Join Carriageworks for a 6-month role supporting a major capital works project at one of Australia’s leading contemporary arts venues.

ABOUT CARRIAGEWORKS  

Carriageworks is a thriving cultural centre located on Gadigal land in Redfern, Sydney. Built within the spectacular Eveleigh Railway Workshops, it hosts vibrant arts events and a thriving creative industries program. As well as popular events such as the weekly Farmers Market, Sydney Writers’ Festival, Australian Fashion Week, and Sydney Contemporary Art Fair, Carriageworks presents its own compelling programme of music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. With recent renewal at both executive and board levels, Carriageworks is poised for a transformative phase in its history, promising significant growth and impact in the years ahead.

  CARRIAGEWORKS VALUES    

• Respect Each Other: Everyone is welcome. Everyone’s voice is important. We learn from each other by listening with empathy and care.    

• Share The Journey: Support others to be their best. We act with integrity and trust. We are collectively responsible.    
• Be Adventurous: Embrace creativity. We search for courageous ideas and new opportunities.     
• Take A Long View: Respect country, prioritise sustainability and nurture new ways of thinking out of old. We lay foundations for generations to come. 

OPPORTUNITY

Join Carriageworks for a 6-month role supporting a major capital works project at one of Australia’s leading contemporary arts venues.

We’re looking for a hands-on and organised Operations Assistant to support the Facilities Manager in maintaining a safe, efficient, and compliant venue during a significant capital works period. This is a unique opportunity to work behind the scenes at Carriageworks, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while gaining valuable facilities and project experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate daily venue operations to maintain safety, access, and service quality.
• Supervise core services including cleaning, waste, security, and landscaping.
• Prioritise and track maintenance tasks, ensuring timely issue resolution.
• Maintain event-related schedules, checklists, and building service support.
• Liaise with internal departments and contractors to deliver operational needs.
• Conduct venue inspections and oversee post-event condition reporting.
• Procure supplies and equipment to support ongoing operations.
• Support WHS practices, audits, incident reporting, and compliance checks.
• Oversee service providers and ensure high standards and contract compliance.
• Promote sustainable practices in energy use and environmental impact.
• Coordinate small projects such as office moves and minor works.
• Actively engage with weekly precinct operations meetings across departments.

At Carriageworks, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that mirrors the creativity and dynamism of the arts we champion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

PREFERRED CRITERIA

• Experience in facilities or venue operations, ideally in arts or cultural spaces.
• Knowledge of building systems (e.g. HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Familiarity with WHS, compliance, and emergency procedures.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and facilities software.

REQUIRED LICENCES (or willingness to obtain):

• First Aid
• White Card
• Forklift, Scissor Lift, and Boom Licences
• Working at Heights Competency
• Test and Tag Certification

APPLY: Please submit your resume to jobs@carriageworks.com.au outlining your experience in this area. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Application closing date: Tuesday 22nd July