National Museum of Australia – Canberra ACT

The Museum has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual looking to develop their collection management skills in a busy museum environment. The successful candidate will work in the Registration team to support static and travelling exhibitions as well as loans, collection storage, collection access, conservation and digitisation programs.

Key accountabilities

Registration Assistants undertake collection transport, auditing, loans administration, storage maintenance, packing, crating, internal object movements, documentation, exhibition development, installation and deinstallation activities and contribute to other organisational priorities as required. They also take the initiative to proactively contribute to the improvement and modernisation of processes and procedures and coordinate established work programs.

The roles work across the wider Registration and Conservation team, division and organisation to deliver team and Museum-wide priorities, maintaining high standards of collection care, access, and accountability.

Demonstrate a solid commitment to Work Health and Safety (WH&S;) by actively supporting a positive safety culture, following the Museum’s WHS policies and procedures, and complying with reasonable instructions to ensure alignment with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

Eligibility

- be an Australian citizen
- undergo pre-employment checks, including a police record check
- hold or be eligible to hold a security clearance at the level specified in the position description.

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 9 August 2026

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. If you require,



or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the Contact Officer for this position.

Getting to know the National Museum of Australia

The National Museum of Australia is recognised at home and around the world as the place where the story of Australia comes alive. The Museum is the only institution equipped to tell the complex and comprehensive story of Australia from 65,000 years ago to the present day. The story of Australia is a remarkable one, from the ancient and enduring histories of the world’s oldest living cultures to the achievements of modern Australia.

It is a story that is ever evolving and growing – and it is a story for a nation and for the world. Our vision and mission

- The Museum inspires, challenges and empowers people to find their voice and place in the world.
- We strive to build a just and equitable society that honours and respects the

First Nations peoples of this continent and all who have come after.

- We collect, document, research and make accessible heritage collections that represent the diversity of experience in Australia.
- We engage with audiences physically and digitally to promote learning, dialogue and debate about our past, present and future.
- We promote collaborative work across the breadth of artistic and creative practice to enhance the cultural life of our nation.
- We value and respect the commitment and contribution of all who participate in and contribute to the Museum’s community.
- The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events.

For more information, visit the NMA website.

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📌 Registration Assistant (Canberra)
🏢 National Museum of Australia
📍 Canberra