Description

Be part of the team behind the scenes. This hands-on role supports building operations, maintenance and safety across NIDA's dynamic campus setting.

About Us

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is Australia’s premier training ground for future leaders and practitioners in the dramatic arts. Located at Kensington in Sydney, it is a Centre of excellence in education and training. NIDA is unique in the world for its practice-based and industry-relevant training in the range that it offers which includes Acting, Design, Costume, Properties and Objects, Technical Theatre and Stage Management, Scenic Construction, Writing for Performance, Directing and Cultural Leadership.

About the Role

As the Building Services Officer, you will support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and safety of NIDA's facilities. This hands-on role involves coordinating room and event setups, responding to maintenance requests, monitoring building systems and access controls, undertaking preventative and corrective maintenance, supporting compliance and workplace safety activities. You will also play an important role in emergency response procedures, helping to ensure NIDA's campus remains safe, functional and welcoming for staff, students and visitors.

About You

We're seeking a proactive and customer-focused Building Services professional with strong maintenance, problem-solving and organisational skills. You'll be comfortable working independently, supporting building operations and emergency response activities while delivering excellent service to a diverse range of stakeholders.



Relevant certifications and availability for rotating shifts are essential, while experience in facilities, venue, education or not-for-profit environments will be highly regarded.

Please download the full position description here for more information about this role.

Summary

This is a full-time 2-year contract.

The base annual salary is $79,020 + 12% Superannuation, based on a 38-hour working week.

Please include a brief cover letter that demonstrates your understanding of and capacity to undertake the role, including your ability to meet the selection criteria.

Closing Date: 5:00pm, Friday 2 October 2026

Only applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Considerations

- You are required to have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this role. This role is not suited to a working holiday visa holder.

- A valid Working with Children Check for NSW is essential. Having one or being willing to get one and to support and implement NIDA’s Child Safe Strategies is necessary to undertake this role.

Further Information

For further information about this role, please contact the Facilities team at ••••@nida.edu.au.

As part of NIDA's commitment to equity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from people who identify with historically excluded communities such as First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTQI+ and people with disability. All applications will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

📌 Building Services Officer (Kensington)
🏢 National Institute Of Dramatic Art
📍 Kensington