About us
Geelong Arts Centre is one of eleven Victorian State Government owned creative organisations under the umbrella of Creative Victoria. Since opening in 1981, Geelong Arts Centre has made significant artistic and cultural contributions to Geelong and the surrounding regions.
Geelong Arts Centre is currently undergoing a period of exciting and dynamic change. To meet the cultural needs of a growing population and help secure Geelong’s position as a global city, the Victorian State Government, through Creative Victoria, has committed funding for three stages of capital development. Stage One - the refurbishment of The Playhouse Theatre was completed in 2010. Stage Two - the Ryrie Street Redevelopment ($38.5m) was completed November 2019 and opened to the public on 7th November 2019. Stage Three - The Little Malop Street Redevelopment ($140m) commenced in 2019 and is planned for completion in 2023. This investment will result in a world-class arts facility becoming the cultural heart of Geelong and the G21 region.
Led by a dynamic CEO and Leadership Team, your contribution and expertise will be highly valued. We offer a great working environment in the creative heart of Geelong, working alongside passionate people who are committed to community and the Arts.
About the role
The People and Culture Advisor is a generalist and hands-on role responsible for providing all facets of contemporary and best practice human resources (HR) services and support to the organisation and its leaders on day-to-day staff and employment matters. The Advisor supports, coaches and provides operational advice on all elements of the employee lifecycle and people practices, whilst also supporting strategic initiatives.
Essential qualifications and experience
To be successful in this position, you will have experience in a similar role and thrive in a high-energy, innovative environment. You will have:
• Relevant qualification or practical work experience in human resources.
• Passion for creating an exceptional employee experience, including digital environments.
• Systems and data savvy with proven experience working with an HRIS (such as ELMO or similar platform) and confidence when navigating people platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to build highly effective working relationships by establishing credibility, respect, and rapport with both internal and external stakeholders.
• A good understanding of the Fair Work Act, Awards, and National Employment Standards, as well as a well-developed understanding of their application and interpretation.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage competing stakeholder needs in an outcome focussed environment.
• Sound internal consulting, influencing, negotiation, conflict resolution.
Desirable qualifications and experience
• Experience in administering WorkCover claims and assist with reimbursements.
Other requirements
• This role will be performed mostly on-site supporting the Centre’s strong in person team culture. Geelong Arts Centre operates in a partially hybrid mode, with some of our workforce negotiating working from home one day a week.
• Flexibility in working hours to support daytime, evening, and some weekend work will be required as part of the normal hours of duty for this position.
• The following checks, licences and certifications are required for this role:
o Working with Children’s Check (employee)
The employee must provide evidence that they hold current certifications prior to
commencing employment with Geelong Arts Centre. The employee must maintain currency of these checks, licences and certifications for the duration of their employment with Geelong Arts Centre.
Position Description
Geelong Arts Centre Enterprise Agreement
Applications close Midnight Friday 3 April 2026
Sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!
To apply for this opportunity please click the Apply Now button and provide a cover letter including your ability to meet the key requirements outlined in the position description, and a current CV.
Applicants will be required to undergo police and identity screening. First round interviews will be conducted either face-to-face or online. Geelong Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and values the contribution that diversity brings to the workplace.
Geelong Arts Centre is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children that interact with our organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse.
Geelong Arts Centre encourages and welcomes applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders People.
Applications are open to those with full-working rights in Australia.