- Ongoing - Full Time - EL2
- $162,968 to $175,779
- Mitchell, ACT
The Role
The Head of Collection Services leads the delivery of core collection management functions that support the care, access, and preservation of the Memorial’s National Collection. The role provides leadership across Collection Services, ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality outcomes aligned with the Memorial’s priorities.
Working as part of the National Collection leadership team, you will drive performance, build capability, and embed consistent processes that support the long-term stewardship of the collection.
Core Responsibilities
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Provide strategic and operational leadership across Collection Services including comprehensive collection management and preservation functions which may include:
- Conservation across diverse specialties
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Storage
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Documentation
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Acquisitions
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Collection movement and installation
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Loans
- Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Manage resources effectively to deliver business outcomes aligned with organisational priorities.
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Identify and implement opportunities to improve systems, processes, and service delivery.
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Build and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, representing the Memorial with professionalism and credibility.
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Oversee risk management and safety practices within a complex collection environment.
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Contribute to organisational planning, governance, and decision-making at the senior leadership level.
Position Eligibility
- Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).
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All applicants external to AWM that are offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a National Police Check, even if they currently hold a security clearance. The check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements.
Mandatory Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 Security Clearance
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Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
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Working with Vulnerable People registration
Contact Information
- For specific questions relating to this job vacancy, please contact: Nick Fletcher, (02) 6243 4281 [email protected]
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For questions relating to the online lodgement of your application, please email the Recruitment team via [email protected]
Closing Date
Applications close at 11:30pm, Sunday, 19 July 2026
For more details about the position and how to apply, please view the Job Information Pack.
Notes
A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.
Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
The Memorial is committed to workplace diversity and maintains an environment that values the contribution of people from different backgrounds and experiences. The Memorial welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability.
