Shape your world with work that matters

• Shape how NSW’s sporting stories are preserved, celebrated and shared as Curator of the iconic NSW Hall of Champions.
• Ongoing part-time opportunity, 3 days per week.
• Based on site at Sydney Olympic Park.
• Salary relative to experience, ranging from $101,904 to $121,845 + super, pro rata for part-time hours.

As the Curator for the NSW Hall of Champions, you’ll shape how the stories of NSW sporting greats are cared for, interpreted and experienced by the community. This is work that matters — preserving the legacy of athletes and sporting moments that have helped shape our state, while creating engaging displays that connect visitors with the history and spirit of Sydney Olympic Park.

In this role, you’ll manage and maintain the Hall of Champions collection, develop high-quality exhibitions and displays to museum standards, and support the annual Hall of Champions Induction Ceremony. You’ll balance the needs of stakeholders, protect the integrity of important historical artefacts, and ensure the collection remains accessible, meaningful and secure for future generations.

For more information about this position, read the full Role Description: Curator Venues SOPA

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience in a similar curatorial, museum or exhibitions role, including producing high-quality exhibitions to museum standards.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to share ideas clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Excellent research, writing and attention to detail, particularly in preparing exhibition content and accurate biographical information about athletes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and deliver within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Confidence engaging with diverse stakeholders and building productive relationships to support shared outcomes.
• The ability to work with autonomy, take initiative and make sound decisions.
• A sound understanding of collection management principles for museums and historical collections.

Essential requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in museums, cultural heritage, or caring for and maintaining historical collections.
• Current driver’s licence.
• A Working with Children Check. This role has been identified as requiring a check in keeping with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.
• Willingness to work across various sites within Sydney Olympic Park.

About Us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

We are a high-performing organisation that proudly reflects the communities we serve. Our diversity strengthens our cultural capability and enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across NSW. As an inclusive and accessible workplace, we value your contribution, lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we want you to feel supported, connected and empowered to succeed. With flexible work arrangements, job share options, workplace adjustments and various employee affinity groups, we are here to help you thrive every day.

Join us

Shape your world with work that matters. Join a team where your contribution helps preserve NSW’s sporting legacy and create meaningful experiences for the community. Apply now with your CV and cover letter. Applications close Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 11:55PM. Should you require further information about the role, please contact Josie Casal, Aquatic Centre Manager on Josie.Casal@sopa.nsw.gov.au.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.