At PMHC every employee plays a part in ensuring we work
together to achieve positive outcomes for our community. To help us achieve
this we are seeking an experienced Regional Gallery Curator to join
our Glasshouse team. The
successful candidate will provide leadership and creative direction for the
Glasshouse Regional Gallery, ensuring effective stewardship of Council’s art
collection and the delivery of a diverse, high-quality exhibition and events
program that engages the community and enhances the region’s cultural profile.

To succeed in this
role, you will have relevant tertiary qualifications in Visual Arts, Fine Arts,
Arts Management, Museum Studies or a related discipline, along with extensive
experience in a comparable role within a gallery, museum or cultural institution.
You will bring demonstrated expertise in exhibition development, curation, and
collection management, supported by strong leadership capability and experience
delivering both strategic and operational outcomes.

To succeed
in this role you will have:

- Demonstrated
expertise in exhibition development, curation, design and collection management
within a gallery or cultural institution.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring and
developing staff and volunteers.
- Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the
ability to influence, present and work effectively with diverse audiences,
artists and partners.
- Thorough knowledge of gallery operations, including relevant legislation,
policies, procedures, and industry standards in NSW.
- Proven ability to plan and deliver exhibitions, events, workshops, and public
program initiatives that drive participation and audience growth.
- Strong financial, analytical and strategic skills, with experience managing
budgets, using data to inform decisions, and fostering partnerships with
cultural organisations and funding bodies.




- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

On a
typical day this role will:

- Lead and manage the planning, programming and delivery of the GlasshouseRegional Gallery’s annual exhibition and events program.
- Curate exhibitions and develop engaging artistic, cultural and educationalprograms for diverse community and school audiences.
- Oversee day-to-day gallery operations, ensuring compliance with industrystandards and best practice.
- Manage and care for Council’s art collection in accordance with policy andprofessional standards.
- Build robust relationships with artists, cultural organisations, governmentand funding partners, while seeking grant funding, sponsorship and partnershipopportunities.
- Collaborate across teams and lead staff and volunteers to enhance visitorexperience, while monitoring visitation, feedback and financial performance todrive continuous improvement and audience growth.

Remuneration and Benefits

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent 35 hours per
week

Salary (exclusive of super): Starting in the range of $101,015 to $113,067depending on skills and experience

Opportunity for performance-based increases available after 12 months

- Flexible
work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discounted gym membership through
membership to Fitness Passport
- Annual salary increase as per the
Local Government (State) Award 2026 plus annual salary review
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Generous employee assistance program
- Salary packaging options available
through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia




- Recognition through our annual awards
ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region

The region is one of Australia's most enviable
locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometres of pristine beaches,
national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries,
theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for
hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and
wine.

Questions?

If you would like to know more about this
opportunity or have any questions about the role, please contact Pam Milne, Venue Manager on 8***.

Applications Close:

Sunday 9 August 2026 at 11.30pm

At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve—where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at ****@pmhc.nsw.gov.au.We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.

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Notes

Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool
or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of
12 months.

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📍 Port Macquarie