About Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority
We are responsible for conserving and maintaining some of Australia’s most important heritage sites and major tourism operations:
- Port Arthur Historic Site – Located on the stunning Tasman Peninsula
- Coal Mines Historic Site – Situated at Saltwater River
- Cascades Female Factory Historic Site – In South Hobart
Collectively known as the Port Arthur Historic Sites, all three are proudly listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognised for their outstanding cultural value.
PAHSMA operates as a Government Business Enterprise (GBE), and we are a great example of how heritage conservation and tourism can be successfully integrated. We are consistently recognised as Tasmania’s premier major tourist attraction and cultural tourism experience.
Our peak employment season runs from October to April, though opportunities to join our team are available year-round.
Our Vision
To connect people with a complex history to inspire, engage and shape the future.
Our Mission
To be the leader in conserving, creating and sharing our extraordinary Australian convict places, experiences and stories.
To enrich the lives of our communities by providing cultural, social, environmental and economic benefit.
Our Values
Our Values give us our sense of identity as an organisation, describing the core qualities that underpin how we work together to support the goals and future success of PAHSMA:
- Respect – We care for each other with fairness.
- Accountable – We all take responsibility for our decisions, actions and words.
- Together – We work together to achieve our shared purpose.
- Voice – We are willing to be open, to listen and to learn from each other.
Why Join PAHSMA?
- A unique and picturesque historical environment to work in every day
- Competitive pay, uniforms supplied, and comprehensive training
- A strong focus on health and wellbeing as part of your work life
- The opportunity to contribute to the conservation of Tasmania’s premier historic sites
- Enjoy staff discounts at our food and retail outlets, and work with a team that’s top of its game in cultural tourism