Operations Manager - Eromanga

Eromanga Natural History Museum

Operations Manager – Eromanga Natural History Museum

Location: Eromanga, Queensland

Salary: $85,000 per annum + 12% superannuation

Contract: Full-time, 3-year term

Accommodation: Furnished, modern 3-bedroom fenced home provided

Company Description

The Eromanga Natural History Museum (ENHM), governed by the Outback Gondwana Foundation (OGF), is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to discovering, conserving, and showcasing the rich natural and cultural history of the upper Murray/Darling and Lake Eyre/Cooper basins. Based in South West Queensland, ENHM conducts significant research and preservation of important fossil sites, featuring discoveries such as dinosaurs, megafauna, and rare species of living invertebrates. The museum emphasizes scientific study, regional development, and community involvement to protect Australia’s heritage.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Eromanga, QLD. The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations of the Eromanga Natural History Museum, including staff coordination, facility management, and operational planning. Key responsibilities include ensuring the smooth execution of museum activities, managing budgets, supervising onsite tours and events, and implementing strategies to enhance visitor experience. The role also involves maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations and fostering partnerships with stakeholders in the community and scientific fields.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee visitor services, front-of-house, and customer experience

• Coordinate events, programs, and community engagement activities

• Manage facilities, maintenance, WHS compliance, and operational budgets

• Support construction planning and transition readiness for new facilities

• Lead and develop a small team of staff and volunteers

• Identify and implement new tourism product opportunities

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience in operational management within museums, tourism, or visitor services

• Strong leadership and staff supervision skills

• Knowledge of WHS and operational safety systems

• Budgeting and financial management experience

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a remote/regional environment

Desirable:

• Experience supporting major infrastructure developments

• Knowledge of paleotourism or natural history visitor services

Why Join ENHM?

• Competitive salary + superannuation

• Modern, fully furnished 3-bedroom home included

• Be part of a passionate team delivering a once-in-a-generation museum expansion

• Unique opportunity to live and work in Outback Queensland

How to Apply:

See Seek Job Ad or Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to recruitment@enhm.com.au by 31 January 2026

For more information, visit www.enhm.com.au