Curatorial Assistant

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

Hazelhurst Arts Centre in southern Sydney is seeking a passionate and organised Curatorial Assistant to support the delivery of our exhibitions and public programs. Reporting to the Curator, Exhibitions and Programs, you will provide curatorial, administrative, research and exhibition support.

You will contribute to a diverse program of exhibitions, artist commissions, publications, touring projects and residency initiatives, ensuring high standards of presentation and audience engagement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Fine Arts/Visual Arts or equivalent knowledge of Australian art.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a gallery, museum or arts organisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering exhibitions and related projects.
• Support preparation of publications, reports, grants and exhibition materials.
• Coordinate exhibition administration including contracts and record keeping.
• Assist with exhibition installation and de-installation.
• Conduct artwork condition reporting and ensure proper handling, storage and transport.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality exhibitions and public programs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Fine Arts / Visual Arts degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Hazelhurst Arts Centre, a leading visual arts destination in southern Sydney, is seeking a passionate and organised Curatorial Assistant to support the delivery of our dynamic exhibition and public programs.

Reporting to the Curator, Exhibitions and Programs, you will provide curatorial, administrative, research and exhibition support across a diverse program of exhibitions, artist commissions, publications, touring projects and residency initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and delivery of exhibitions and related projects.
• Undertake research and support the preparation of publications, reports, grants and exhibition materials.
• Coordinate exhibition administration, including contracts, agreements and record keeping.
• Assist with exhibition installation and de-installation.
• Conduct artwork condition reporting and ensure best-practice art handling, storage and transport.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality exhibitions and public programs.

About You

You will bring:

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in Fine Arts, Visual Arts and/or an extensive knowledge of Australian Art.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• Experience working in a gallery, museum or arts organisation.
• Knowledge of Australian contemporary art and art history.
• Understanding of museum-standard art handling and condition reporting practices.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop).

Desirable

• Experience designing publications, exhibition materials or marketing collateral.
• Experience with web publishing.

Why Join Us?

At Hazelhurst, you'll be part of a collaborative and creative team dedicated to connecting artists and audiences through exceptional visual arts experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's leading regional arts centres while developing your career in the arts sector.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 22nd September 2026
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on Wednesday 30th September 2026.
• Package: $$75,838 - $80,389 gross p.a. (full time equivalent) plus 12% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Working 21 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Victoria Wynne-Jones, (Curator Exhibitions and Programs) [e-mail] for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, (Talent Acquisition Business Partner) [e-mail] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.