The Parliament of Western Australia is seeking an experienced broadcast or audiovisual professional to lead and supervise Parliament’s broadcast operations. The preferred commencement date is 19 January 2027.

About the Role

You will lead Parliament’s broadcast operations, overseeing the recording, live broadcast and distribution of parliamentary debates, including question time, committee hearings and other parliamentary events. You will supervise a team of broadcast operators and support the operation, maintenance and improvement of Parliament’s broadcast and audiovisual systems.

Working in a parliamentary workplace can be challenging and rewarding. Workload follows the parliamentary sitting calendar, with late nights and evening work during sitting weeks and major projects during parliamentary recesses. Work outside normal hours will be required. The Parliament Sitting Calendar for 2027 can be found on the Parliament Careers Page or by clicking "Apply" above.

The Parliamentary Services department offers generous employment conditions and a range of benefits including overtime, six weeks’ leave, free parking (subject to availability), health and wellbeing initiatives and professional development opportunities. This role is based in West Perth opposite Parliament House, close to Kings Park and the city.

About You

You will be an experienced broadcast or audiovisual professional with strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills and the ability to lead staff.



You will be confident working with broadcast computer technology and have a deep understanding of the IT systems that underpin a modern broadcast platform. You will communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and deliver reliable, high-quality broadcast services.

Applicants must meet the following selection criteria:

Essential:

1. Significant experience in the broadcast or audiovisual industry

2. Significant experience in using IT-based broadcast systems, including video streaming

3. Significant experience in troubleshooting and repairing IT-based broadcast systems, including video streaming

4. Demonstrated experience installing and operating audiovisual equipment and performing diagnostics

5. Excellent understanding of the flow, distribution and cabling of audiovisual signals through technical equipment and RF- and IP-based transmission systems

6. Demonstrated ability to write project scopes/business cases

7. Ability to communicate and provide advice to stakeholders

Desirable:

1. Relevant tertiary qualification

2. Previous supervisory experience

The Form contains more information about the role.

For further job-related information: Please contact Adrian Beattie, Reporting Services Manager on (08) 9222 7355 or email @parliament.wa.gov.au.





How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please send us:

- A completed Application for Employment form
- A brief statement (no more than two pages) addressing both the essential and desirable selection criteria as above, supporting your suitability to perform the duties of the position with examples
- An up-to-date CV that clearly outlines your work-related skills and experience.

A and application form can be downloaded from the careers page at http://www.parliament.wa.gov.au, or by clicking "Apply".

Applications must be submitted to **@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026

Eligibility and Enquiries

Please note you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a special category visa, to apply for this role.

Equity and Diversity The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our communities, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.

We encourage all suitable people of any age, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA community, and people with any form of disability.

Reasonable adjustments will be provided to allow people with a disability to participate effectively in the recruitment process.

📌 Broadcast Supervisor (West Perth)
🏢 Australian Department of Parliamentary Services
📍 West Perth