Project Coordinator jobs

As a Project Coordinator, you’ll work collaboratively and across disciplines to deliver innovative exhibitions that bring the Powerhouse vision to life. We’re seeking a proactive, action-oriented individual who can manage multiple stakeholders while overseeing all aspects of project planning, design, and construction. You’ll produce documentation, contracts, and schedules; chair meetings; monitor progress; and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Your responsibilities include drafting budgets, managing risk, and maintaining strict compliance with Work Health & Safety standards to guarantee quality and safety at every stage. Experience in program and project management whether in exhibitions, festivals, live events, or other large-scale productions is highly valued. The successful candidate is expected to commence in late January 2026.

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.

Position Description

Candidate Guide

To Apply: Please submit a CV and Cover letter through the iWorkforNSW site

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.