Broadcasting Operations Manager

Job Details

Job Title: Broadcasting Operations Manager

Employment Type: Ongoing

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 6

Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, 12 November 2025

Contact: James Folger, 02 6277 2914, james.folger@aph.gov.au

The Opportunity

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Service Level 6 Broadcasting Operations Manager within Digital Recording Services Branch.

An opportunity exists to lead the Broadcasting Operations Red Team as part of the Parliamentary Broadcasting Operations section within the Digital Recording Services Branch at Parliament House.

The Digital Recording Services Branch is responsible for broadcasting and archiving the audiovisual record of chamber and committee proceedings and for producing the official written record of parliamentary debates and committee hearings, known as the Hansard.

The Broadcasting Operations section are responsible for producing the video and audio recordings and live broadcast of all parliamentary proceedings and maintaining them as part of the National Record of the Federal Parliament of Australia.

Who we are looking for

Our ideal Broadcast Operations manager will have:

Demonstrated experience leading a team and working collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Demonstrated high level experience and understanding of broadcast television. 

Demonstrated high level experience and understanding of the operation of audio and video equipment in live environments.

Willingness to work around the dynamic requirements of the Parliament.

Job Specific Requirements: 

Appropriate Video and Audio operations Qualifications (e.g. Diploma of Screen and Media or equivalent), or equivalent relevant experience are highly desirable.

A strong understanding of live broadcast television.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

At DPS, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as neurodivergent, and mature aged people.

Duty Statement

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 6 

Branch: Digital Recording Services 

Section: Parliamentary Broadcasting Services 

Immediate supervisor: Assistant Director Parliamentary Broadcasting

Duty Statement

Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the specified classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Confidently liaise with internal and external stakeholders to deliver broadcasting and audio-visual services in support parliamentary proceedings, both at Australian Parliament House (APH) and at interstate hearings.

2. Identify the training and professional development needs of the team and determine ways to address skills gaps and maintain currency of knowledge. This may include (but is not limited to) developing procedural and instructional documentation, promoting knowledge sharing and identifying relevant training courses.

3. Collaborate and effectively engage across the section and with diverse stakeholder groups to foster a cohesive and collaborative delivery approach and culture.

4. Identify and propose remediation strategies for complex risks, issues and dependencies, supporting the team to deal with situations of high pressure, ambiguity and last-minute changes.

5. Support and contribute subject matter expertise and ideas to inform dynamic operational support, high-level advice and technical and systems guidance as required.

6. Adopt and apply a continuous improvement focus, facilitating the ongoing development and implementation of consistent, flexible and efficient processes that accommodate evolving section and stakeholder need and requirements.

Note: Employees may be deployed to duties of an equivalent level in the section to meet changing work priorities. They will be required to work extended and/or irregular hours on an “as required” basis. Performing Parliamentary Broadcasting Officer duties may require interstate travel as directed. 

Selection Criteria 

1.    Provide technical and creative leadership with a strong focus on audio and video production.

2.    Plan multiple work schedules and productions in an efficient and cost-effective way.

3.    Maintain a strong client focus with a demonstrated capacity to negotiate and influence.

4.    Demonstrate leadership, commitment to teamwork and strong communication skills. 

5.    Contribute to a high-performance culture with a focus on delivering successful client outcomes.

6.    Contribute to a culture that is underpinned by recognition, appreciation, diversity, and inclusion.

7.    Maintain the appropriate level of detail and involvement required to support client delivery outcomes.

8.    Contribute to continuous improvements in operational systems, processes, and practices. 

9.    Apply aptitude to learn new technologies and keep up to date with new releases and emerging technologies.

Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.

How to apply

Please upload your response to the selection criteria, noting that each criteria has a word limit of 250 words.

For additional guidance when crafting you application, please refer to the the DPS Recruitment Candidate Information Pack, which provides helpful tips on how to structure your pitch and highlight your most relevant skills and experience effectively.

Our purpose and values

We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.  

Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace. 

Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.

What we can offer

Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:  

• flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the roles
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities 
• a competitive remuneration package
• free on-site parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities available a APH
• childcare (pending availability), banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more available at APH.

Salary

Currently, the salary range for this position is $97,841 - $109,967 per annum.

Conditions of Employment

Employment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:

•    Australian citizenship – to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen. 

•    Security clearance and character clearance – the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. 

•    Health assessment – a pre-employment health assessment will be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.