Museums Assistant - Front of House - Maximum Term - 6 Months

Bathurst Regional Council; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bathurst Regional Council is seeking a Museum Assistant Front of House to warmly welcome visitors and support day-to-day museum operations, with a passion for minerals and fossils.

You will handle cash, stock, and shop presentation, use computer systems, and contribute to a friendly, informative guest experience in a part-time role.

The position runs 30 hours per week (Saturday to Tuesday) with a maximum-term contract of 6 months; applications close on 8 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Provide high-quality customer service and present a positive image of the museum and Bathurst Regional Council.
• Current Class C NSW Drivers Licence or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cash handling and float reconciliations.
• Interact with visitors in a courteous, informative way.
• Work independently and within a team.
• Operate computer packages and learn new systems.
• Maintain shop presentation and stock levels.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Stocktaking

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Driving licence

Working with Children Check

Job description

About The Role

The position is a Museum Assistant Front of House. The ideal candidate will have a passion and knowledge of minerals and fossils and day to day operations of working in a museum and/or tourism environment.

Council is seeking an enthusiastic innovative self-directed individual with proven high-quality customer service. The preferred candidate will have a strong understanding and experience in all areas of retail and good computer literacy.

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Essential Criteria

• Ability to provide high-quality customer service and project a positive image of the museums and Bathurst Regional Council.
• Current Class C NSW Drivers Licence or Equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of attention to detail

Retail Experience, Including Shop Presentation Skills, And Stocktaking

• Cash handling skills, including preparation of float and reconciliations
• Proven ability to interact with individuals in a courteous, amiable, and informative way
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and undertake tasks unsupervised
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting, contributing positively to the work environment
• Proficiency in the operation of various computer packages and ability to learn new systems
• Current paid employment Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)

What We Can Offer

• Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy
• Training & Development to expand your skills
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

Position Status

Maximum Term - Part Time - 6 Months

Hours of work

30 Hours Saturday - Tuesday, 8.45am - 4.45pm

Application closing date

Sunday, 8 November 2026, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer

Penny Packham - 6333 2861

Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.