About Powerhouse
Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are undertaking a landmark $1.3 billion infrastructure renewal program, led by the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the heritage revitalisation of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.
Visitor Host – Powerhouse Parramatta
Join the team that will bring Powerhouse Parramatta to life.
About the Role
We’re looking for energetic, friendly, and confident people to join the Powerhouse Parramatta Visitor Host team. Full time, Part time and casual opportunities are available. In this role you will create a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone who visits. You will engage with our visitors, share information, support exhibitions and events, and make sure visitors feel comfortable. The role requires the ability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, public holidays, depending on programming. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where every day is different.
About You
You are someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people. Whether meeting someone for the first time or engaging with a diverse crowd, you bring warmth, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude to every interaction. You thrive in busy, public environments, adapting easily to changing situations while remaining calm and reliable under pressure. Passionate about inclusion and accessibility, you believe everyone should feel welcome, valued, and able to participate fully. Experience in hospitality, retail, festivals, events, customer service or community work is helpful, but not essential.
Diverse Voices and Experiences
At Powerhouse, our team reflects the communities we welcome every day. We encourage applications from:
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First Nations peoples
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People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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LGBTQIA+
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People of all abilities
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People returning to work or changing careers
Position Description
Candidate Guide
To Apply: Please submit a CV and Cover letter
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.
