Cultural Precinct Shift Supervisor (Part Time)

Location: Gunnedah, NSW 

Contract Type: Part Time, 24 hours per week 

Salary Range: Grade 5 ($32.28 per hour + 12% Superannuation)

Application Deadline: 5:00pm, Monday 27 October 2025

A council truly passionate about community!

Gunnedah Shire Council is an integral part of the Gunnedah community, a vibrant, warm and friendly town surrounded by the expansive Liverpool Plains and framed by the Nandewar Ranges. At Gunnedah Shire Council we are committed to providing a friendly and helpful service to all stakeholders. We are dedicated to Gunnedah being a liveable and accessible community for all ages and demographics. Additionally, as a council we are proud to promote economic and business development in the region.

We are not only invested in the people of Gunnedah, we are also heavily invested in its employees and their future careers. We now have an exciting opportunity for 2 Cultural Precinct Shift Supervisors to join the Economy and Growth team.

Our Next Cultural Precinct Shift Supervisors

The Role

The role of Cultural Precinct Shift Supervisor is an integral part of our team and is designed to deliver visitor information services and venue services, and to assist the Cultural Precinct Team Leader by taking a cooperative and proactive approach in the operation of the Cultural Precinct including The Civic Theatre and associated function rooms. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality customer service to visitors, venue users, customers and community members to ensure their experience of Gunnedah and the Cultural Precinct is positive and rewarding;
• Supervise casual staff in consultation with Cultural Precinct Team Leader;
• Monitor, prepare and operate the projector and audio-visual equipment for the purpose of delivering movie screenings to the public.
• Prepare venue facilities and rooms for the purpose of public and private meetings, functions and events and film projection;
• Maintain the presentation of the facility to the highest of standards, undertaking basic facility cleaning duties and functions;
• Undertake any other duties as are reasonably within the limits of the employee's skills, competence and training.
• Comply with Council’s code of conduct, WHS management system and all relevant policies and procedures
• Provide quality customer service to visitors and the local community
• Perform cash handling and reconciliation duties, including refunds and exchanges
• Operate theatre projector and point of sale system
• Basic cleaning and venue set up

 Key Requirements

• Experience in customer service;
• Availability to work weekends, public holidays and after hours;
• Cash handling and reconciliation skills;
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment;
• Portray a professional and confident image;
• Display a strong sense of motivation and initiative;
• Good general knowledge of local area;
• Ability to complete tasks on time and to a high standard.

While not required, desirable characteristics of a successful candidate could include:

• Relevant qualification or experience in office administration and event management support
• Current First Aid certificate
• Current RSA certificate
• Previous experience in operating digital Audio/Visual equipment.

Why Join Gunnedah Shire Council

Some of the benefits working for Gunnedah Shire Council include:

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Access to employee wellbeing programs
• Salary packaging options
• Active social club

For further information regarding this role please contact Daniel Hankinson, Cultural Precinct Team Leader, on 02 6740 2100 or see the Position Description

How to Apply

Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link above.  It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you!

If this sounds like you, click the Apply button below, complete the application form. Please ensure you answer all questions and upload a current resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role, as well as any copies of relevant qualifications that support your application.

Further information

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol screening. Our recruitment process is primarily via system generated emails.  Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes.

Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes.  Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.

Council is an equal opportunity employer is committed to a merit-based workforce that encompasses inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect. We invite, encourage, welcome and value candidate of all ages and from all backgrounds.

For all enquiries regarding the application and recruitment process, please contact the People and Culture team on 02 6740 2100 or peopleandculture@gunnedah.nsw.gov.au