Careers
Working at Fed Square
Looking for exciting, challenging career opportunities at Fed Square? You’ve come to the right place for more information.
Stretching from the high bank of the plentiful Birrarung, southward, the Melbourne Arts Precinct is a globally significant space of gathering and creativity, with Fed Square as its gateway.
This place has long brought people together, for the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people and visiting Kulin Nations over tens of thousands of years, and through successive waves of construction of the city of Melbourne.
The Melbourne Arts Precinct Corporation (MAP Co) builds on these rich assets handed down by previous generations, in support of a bold contemporary vision.
MAP Co manages and operates Federation Square and is responsible for bringing to life a single continuous arts, civic, and cultural precinct stretching from Fed Square through Southbank. MAP Co also leads the $1.7b Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation (MAPT), Australia’s largest ever cultural infrastructure project, delivering The Fox: NGV Contemporary and the major rejuvenation of Arts Centre Melbourne, joined together by 18,000sqm of green public space. Once the transformation is complete, MAP Co will also manage and activate this new public space that will connect the Melbourne Arts Precinct in a seamless and immersive cultural experience and support biodiversity.
Now 20 years old, Federation Square is an iconic, heritage-listed site that is both the town square and heart of Melbourne. Alongside a rich, year-round program of events and activations, it is home to a range of tenants, from three of Victoria’s cultural agencies the Koorie Heritage Trust, NGV Australia and ACMI, to a range of food and beverage outlets along with multiple spaces to host cultural and commercial activity. Fed Square is a multi-purpose precinct that self generates all its revenue, which supports both its operations and capital works.
Values
Our actions, words and behaviours are guided by a core set of values that form the foundation of everything we do:
First Nations First
Collaboration
Integrity
Community
Innovation.
MAP Co and Fed Square values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, women, people of all ages, with disability and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
Applications close 8 September 2025
Capital Works and Fit-out Project Manager
Reporting to the Program Manager – Capital Works, the Capital Works and Fit-out Project Manager oversees and coordinates the Fed Sq Tenant refurbishment projects from inception to handover. Operating in a heritage-listed, multi-stakeholder environment, the role navigates complex logistics, regulatory approvals, and compliance, while balancing business continuity, safety, and stakeholder needs. The role serves as the primary liaison for tenants during refurbishments, ensuring fit-out works meet governance and operational standards. It also supports the broader Capital Program through project administration, coordination, and stakeholder engagement. Success requires adaptability, strategic problem-solving, and strong communication to ensure high-quality delivery with minimal disruption.
Applications close 9 September 2025
Creative Producer, First Nations
The Creative Producer (First Nations) role is about bringing bold First Nations storytelling to life and sharing it with the world. Based in the heart of Melbourne Arts Precinct, you will co-design and deliver high quality programs to help audiences see, hear and feel the diversity of First Nations creativity and excellence.
This role is for someone with deep connections to the First Nations Community, a demonstrated passion and experience in the arts and a talent for working with people. You will be across what’s happening in the sector and able to work closely with creative industries and a range of stakeholders to bring ideas to life – collaborating at every stage in the process.
Key Responsibilities
- Create & Deliver Programs – Develop First Nations-led events, performances, installations, and commissions that inspire audiences and reflect cultural excellence.
- Build Partnerships – Form strong, respectful relationships with artists, communities, creative industries, and organisations, working collaboratively in a cross-cultural environment.
- Support and Nurture First Nations Artists – Identify emerging artists and trends, giving them opportunities to share their work locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Bring Fresh Ideas – Contribute creative concepts and cultural insight that strengthen Melbourne’s cultural identity.
- Lead Projects – Manage events from concept to delivery, coordinating logistics, budgets, and partners while supporting artists to do their best work.
- Contribute to MAPCO strategic priorities –leading First Na tions programming objectives and work.
Skills & Experience
- Be known and recognised in the First Nations Community
- Hold strong networks within First Nations arts and connections to cultural communities.
- Experience working with a diverse range of people in cross-cultural environments.
- Proven ability to deliver arts projects or events on time and within budget.
- Skilled in building relationships and engaging stakeholders.
- Practical knowledge and experience of project planning, from concept through to delivery.
Selection Criterion
- First Nations Connection & Networks – demonstrated connections to the First Nations community and networks within the First Nations arts and cultural sector.
- Cross-Cultural Collaboration – Ability to work successfully with people from different cultural backgrounds to deliver a creative project or event.
- Creativity & Impact – Experience developing and leading projects that resonate strongly with diverse audiences.
- Project Delivery – Demonstrated experience in managing events or programs from concept to completion, including budgets and timelines.
- Sector Knowledge – Demonstrated knowledge of the arts scene, particularly in First Nations artists and work.
Position Specific Requirements
This position is designated for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people under s.12 Special Measures of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
This role may be required to work outside of ordinary hours from time to time to manage event projects. Reasonable overtime is included in your remuneration. If you are required to work outside of the ordinary spread of hours (7am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday), Time in Lieu is applicable, subject to manager approval.
Recruitment process
Please let us know in your cover letter if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role. MAP Co is committed to ensuring that all applicants are afforded an equitable opportunity to be considered for our roles.
MAP co will undertake background checks on the successful candidate in line with requirements set by the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner (OVIC).
Applications
Kindly note that applications will be reviewed for short listing throughout the advertisement period, so we encourage applicants to apply without delay.
Please provide a covering letter (maximum 1 page) and your resume (maximum 4 pages).
Applications close on 9 September 2025