Jobs
Non-performing roles
Opera Australia advertises job vacancies in such areas as artist management, orchestra management, music and language coaching, technical support, manufacturing, and general administration.
Current vacancies for these positions can be viewed & applied to via our SWAG job board page here.
Others
Opera Australia Young Artist Program – Singer
Applications are now open for Opera Australia’s revitalised Young Artist Program (OAYAP) – generously supported by Principal Patron, Maureen Wheeler AO.
This 18-month, full-time program is based in Sydney and overseas, offering up to seven positions (4–5 singers, 1 répétiteur, 1 director). Participants receive a full-time salary and moving allowance, enabling them to fully focus on their artistic and career development.
Young Artists benefit from:
- Vocal and dramatic coaching
- Language classes
- Career guidance
- Assistant/cover roles, scenes and recital performances and mainstage work
Ideal candidates show exceptional vocal talent, adaptability, creativity, and stage presence with a passion for storytelling and a commitment to exploring new ideas.
Applications close: Monday 1 December 2025, 9:00AM AEDT
See Opera Australia Young Artist Program, and read the full critera for full eligibility, audition requirements, and application details.
Freelance auditions for the Opera Australia Orchestra
Orchestral instrumentalists seeking casual work with the OAO are invited to submit an expression of interest through the online application form below.
In advance of the scheduled audition you will be contacted to confirm your ongoing interest and schedule an audition time.
The 2026 audition schedule will be confirmed soon:
| Section | Audition Date | EOI Deadline |
| Wind & Brass | 2026 | TBC |
| Strings | 2026 | TBC |
| Wind & Brass | 2026 | TBC |
| Strings | 2026 | TBC |
Submit Expression of Interest here
General auditions for Singers
Our General Auditions are held regularly for singers to audition for our Casual Chorus list. Successful singers are then considered for work with the Opera Australia Chorus. Please note that these General Auditions are not suitable for Musical Theatre performers or anyone under the age of 18.
Application for General Auditions
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: The Phantom of the Opera – Production Management & Crew
Opera Australia is looking for team members to join the planning, technical, and operations of Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, The Phantom of the Opera.
Find out about each role here:
- Deputy Stage Manager
- Assistant Stage Manager
- Communications Officer
- Stage Door Assistant
- Head Mechanist
- Stage Mechanist
- Lighting Rigger & Follow Spot Operator
- Technical Production Assistant
- Site Crew
- Platinum Club Host
- Tour Guide
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form.
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: The Phantom of the Opera Student Placement
Opera Australia is offering students from a range of disciplines the opportunity to gain experience in the planning and operations involved in staging a large-scale outdoor theatre event such as 2026’s Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, The Phantom of the Opera.
Find out about the details and key dates here.
To apply, click "apply" to be taken to our application form.