Job Status: Temporary, 12 months (parental leave cover) with the opportunity to be considered for an ongoing talent pool for future vacancies in this role.

Salary: Total Remuneration Package: Based on $132,368 per annum plus 12% Superannuation Contribution

Applications Close: Sunday 10 May 2026 at 11:55pm

Role Enquires:

Online Application Support: Frequently Asked Questions

An organisation where diversity of thought & experience is valued, supported & respected.

THE HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. It is a globally recognised Australian icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, among the world’s busiest performing arts centres, one of the architectural wonders of the 20th century and the nation’s most visited tourism destination.

Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.

The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-26, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):

- Everyone feels welcome here.
- We better understand and connect with the community.
- We are future ready.
- We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.

YOUR NEW ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and pragmatic HR Business Partner to join our team in a key advisory role, supporting leaders to delivery strategic and operational people outcomes across the organisation. There is a fantastic opportunity to step into a dynamic environment where you will influence decision-making, partner closely with leaders, and contribute to meaningful organisational initiatives.

As a trusted adviser, this role works closely with senior leaders, managers and employees to provide high quality HR advice and support across a broad range of people matters. You will play a critical role in aligning people strategies with business objectives, driving performance and fostering a positive workplace culture.





Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.

ARE YOU THE ONE?

Key Responsibilities/skills:

- Partnering with leaders to provide strategic and operational HR advice
- Experience in managing high volume HR case management and complex employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, grievances and other people matters.
- Sound decision-making capability weighing up multiple competing internal and external factors to ensure organisation risk is minimised and regulatory compliance achieved.
- Experience in managing the development and implementation of a range of HR initiatives designed to improve organisational effectiveness.
- Ability to build effective business partnering relationships
- Supporting organisational change initiatives and workforce planning
- Well-developed interpersonal, facilitation, influencing, negotiation, coaching, networking and relationship management skills
- A valid WWCC clearance.

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House gives you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

- 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden
- 5-week’s annual leave.
- Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
- Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (aka ‘SEALs’) and more.
- Fitness Passport & complimentary wellbeing programs including Pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
- Working for an organisation with a 6 Star Green Star Performance Rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).
- Working for an organisation who has committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- Complimentary tickets to shows.
- And many more!

OUR FOCUS ON DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

We are an inclusive employer who recognises that everyone is unique.



We welcome you for who you are – as you are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email us at so we can discuss this further. If you think you’d be a outstanding fit but don’t necessarily tick every box of the role description, please still get in touch.

We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills, and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are d/Deaf and Disabled or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, identify as LGBTIQ+ and from other underrepresented groups/communities.

Read more about our DI&B; commitments outlined in our Strategy, which works hand in hand with the commitments in our longstanding Reconciliation, Accessibility and Environmental Action plans.

NEED TO WORK FLEXIBLY?

We know flexibility means different things to different people, let us know how we can best support you to be your best.

SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW

Please submit your Cover and CV via our online portal, in addition you will be prompted to answer the two following targeted questions in the online application platform.

1. How do you manage a high volume workload with multiple stakeholders in a fast paced, multi-faceted organisation? What specific approaches or tools do you use?
2. Describe a situation where you had to provide complex advice on a policy or procedural matter. What steps did you undertake to ensure you provided accurate advice?

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.

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