Theatre Technician

Job No: BAW204
Location: Warragul

  • Permanent part time role (minimum 22.8 hrs per week)
  • Unique and exciting work environment
  • Be part of a passionate and committed team.

West Gippsland Arts Centre is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join their committed and dynamic technical team on a permanent part time basis to help deliver its theatre program.

About Baw Baw Shire Council

A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual.  You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity.  Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.

Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.

At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired.  We encourage the exploration of new ideas.  We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.

Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs.  This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.

To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au

About the Role

As part of the core technical team, you will play a key role in delivering the theatre program of West Gippsland Arts Centre.  Primary responsibilities will include setting up and packing down of technical equipment for events, supervising the day-to-day operation of events and presentations in the theatre, liaising directly with touring production personnel and community users, and operating and maintaining the venue’s technical equipment including lighting and audio consoles and stage mechanics.

About the Successful Candidate

As the successful candidate, you will have:

  • Relevant qualification and/or several years' experience working in the technical department of a professional theatre or performing arts facility
  • Well developed skills in the areas of lighting, audio and stage mechanics
  • The ability to lead and supervise users of the venue, including clients, casual technicians and volunteers to gain the best possible outcomes.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and evenings as required.

Further Information and How To Apply

To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.

 

Applications close 5pm 26 February 2023 and must be submitted through the application form below.

Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.

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IMPORTANT: If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our recruitment team by emailing careers@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au or phone (03) 5624 2411 to discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need.

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