Gallery Officer (Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery)

• Play a key role in shaping an exceptional visitor experience at one of WAs leading university art galleries.
• Support the successful delivery of exhibitions public programs and events.
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
• Base salary: $77205p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery (LWAG) is the University of Western Australias premier public gallery situated on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja. LWAG stewards the UWA Art Collection and the Cruthers Collection of Womens Art and works closely with the Berndt Museum to support teaching learning and research. Through exhibitions programs and community engagement LWAG plays a vital role in building cultural vitality on campus within the state and across the national arts landscape.

About the opportunity

• Be the first point of contact for thousands of visitors shaping an inviting and informative front-of-house experience.
• Support the delivery of high-quality exhibitions events and programs that celebrate contemporary art and diverse perspectives.
• Contribute to smooth gallery operations including administration reporting and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

• Experience in customer service or administrative environments ideally within galleries museums or cultural settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage warmly with diverse audiences.
• Solid computing skills across email spreadsheets databases and general office systems.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small and dynamic team.
• Relevant experience in hospitality retail sales project delivery and/or MYOB.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Gallery Officer (Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery) (522547).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Theo Costantino at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 3 March 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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