Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
The Arts, Heritage and Libraries Branch enrich the lives of residents and visitors through inspiring creative, cultural and heritage experiences. With a focus on community connection, learning and place-making, the branch delivers programs, exhibitions and services that celebrate the Sunshine Coast's unique identity. As part of this dynamic team, you'll contribute to preserving and showcasing the region's artistic and cultural assets for future generations.
As the Senior Curator (Collections), you will oversee the management, preservation and growth of the Sunshine Coast Art Collection, encompassing both visual and public art. This highly rewarding role combines collection management, exhibition development, stakeholder engagement and strategic planning to maximise the collection's value and visibility across the region. Working closely with artists, cultural organisations and community stakeholders, you'll play a key role in shaping the legacy of one of Queensland's most vibrant regional art collections.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Sunshine Coast Art Collection, including conservation, cataloguing, valuations, storage and artwork movements.
- Coordinate exhibitions and displays across Caloundra Regional Gallery, libraries and community venues.
- Lead collection development through acquisition planning, gap analysis and donation programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with artists, collectors, valuers, conservators and other cultural stakeholders
About you
- You hold qualifications in Art History, Gallery Studies, Museum Studies or a related discipline, backed by experience managing significant public or corporate art collections.
- You bring a strong understanding of collection management principles, legislation, standards and best practice, with a passion for preserving and showcasing cultural assets.
- You are an organised and proactive professional with proven project and event management skills, capable of coordinating multiple priorities while delivering quality outcomes.
- You are an exceptional communicator who builds positive relationships with diverse stakeholders and enjoys collaborating to achieve shared goals across the arts and cultural sector.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
- Wellbeing : Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer several different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
- Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work; therefore, we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
- Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
- A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile . Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing these criteria; and
- A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030 .
For specific enquiries contact Jo Duke during business hours on 0429 158 601.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
