Production Manager

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Opera Australia

Opera Australia is one of the worlds most celebrated opera companies with an ambition to bring an Australian stamp to telling great stories through music and song and a commitment to develop and nurture new generations of Australian talent on and off the stage.

Opera Australia is the largest and busiest performing arts organisation in Australia with over 800 opera performances a year including opera seasons in Sydney and Melbourne Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour musical theatre opera concerts and a range of other activities. Through its touring arm the Company reaches out to communities in regional Australia and also delivers an extensive program to school students. Opera performances are broadcast and distributed nationally and internationally.

The Company manages the Opera Australia Orchestra and also works in partnership with Orchestra Victoria. The Company works with leading directors and designers and employs a large number of highly skilled people in the areas of scenic construction and painting wardrobe and wig-making stage production and management and administration. Overall the Company plays a vital role in developing and sustaining a specialist skills base in this unique area of the performing arts.

For more about OA please refer to our website:

About the Role

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the full technical lifecycle of delegated productions from concept and planning through to staging maintenance and touring. Working closely with creative teams technical departments and external suppliers youll ensure seamless delivery and uphold Opera Australias reputation for artistic excellence and production quality.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all technical requirements for allocated productions ensuring they are delivered efficiently safely and within budget.
Realise the creative teams vision through effective planning problem-solving and resource management.
Oversee supplier contracts budgets and expenditure tracking across production elements including sets props lighting sound and digital.
Maintain comprehensive production records and ensure timely communication across departments.
Coordinate and chair production meetings and debriefs documenting outcomes and action items.
Support the Technical Director in insurance risk management and WHS compliance.
Develop and manage logistics plans for bump-ins strikes transport and storage.
Provide technical support for associated events sponsorship activations and international touring projects.

About You

5 experience managing technical aspects of live performance theatre or large-scale productions.
Strong understanding of WHS practices and risk management within a production environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative working style.
Exceptional attention to detail budgeting experience and ability to manage multiple projects cncurrently.
A passion for live performance and delivering exceptional audience experiences.

What We Offer

Being Australias National opera company we are committed to fostering a safe and collaborative environment for all. Our values are Curious Creative Collaborative Brave and Inclusive and we are dedicated to supporting your journey at OA.

Hybrid and flexible work environment
Strong diversity and inclusion priority
Generous Leave Policy including First Nations Cultural & Ceremonial Leave Cultural & Religious Holiday Leave Education Leave Womens Health Leave Gender Affirmation Leave and more
16 weeks paid Parental Leave and continued payments of superannuation if using Unpaid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted private health insurance
Access to salary packaging through SmartSalary
Discounted retail goods through our Swag Rewards platform and other affiliated businesses
Complimentary tickets to select Opera Australia shows

If this sounds like you click Apply to send through your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 7th November 2025.

For any enquiries about this role please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist

Required Experience:

Manager

About Opera Australia Opera Australia is one of the worlds most celebrated opera companies with an ambition to bring an Australian stamp to telling great stories through music and song and a commitment to develop and nurture new generations of Australian talent on and off the stage. Opera Australia ...