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Form of workWe are seeking a full-time qualified Steel Fabricator who will work alongside Opera Australia’s highly skilled team of Carpenters and Props Makers to maintain sets and props for theatrical performances. In this role you will be required to build, maintain and repair scenery and large props and in addition, maintain storage and transport equipment.
The role requires dedication, focus and a strong technical skill set in order to maintain the Opera Australia standard.
Key Areas of focus
Metal Fabrication
- Fabrication of the scenery and large props.
- Registration of all scenery elements to ensure ease of assembly.
- Test building and dismantling of scenery items.
- Fabrication of transport and storage equipment.
- Fabrication of stock scenery hardware.
- Provide mock-up scenery elements for rehearsal when required.
- General repairs to plant and equipment.
- Taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others;
- Ensuring that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect others; and
- Complying with OA SAFE and any reasonable instructions, policies and procedure given by OA, to enable OA to comply with WHS laws and maintain a safe working environment.
You will have:
- Certificate III in Engineering, Fabrication trade
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret workshop drawings
- Proficiency in MIG, TIG welding of mild steel and aluminium
- Proficiency with fabrication equipment such as cutting, rolling, and bending equipment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to work well both independently and within a team
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- EWP licence
- Drivers licence
- Forklift licence
- Knowledge of the local performing arts industry and a familiarity with opera
About Opera Australia
Opera Australia’s (OA) Vision is to become an opera for a 21st century Australia with a mission to bring an Australian stamp to telling great stories through music and song.
Opera Australia is one of the largest arts organization in Australia, presenting performances at the Sydney Opera House and Arts Centre Melbourne as a resident company, as well as working collaboratively with venues across the country (such as Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Uluru, Cockatoo Island, Her Majesty’s Theatre) for special events.
For more about OA please refer to our website: opera.org.au/
What we offer
Being Australia’s National opera company, we are committed to fostering a safe and collaborative environment for all. Our values are Curious, Creative, Collaborative, Brave, and Inclusive, and we are dedicated to supporting your journey at OA.
- Strong diversity and inclusion priority
- Generous Leave Policy including First Nation's Cultural & Ceremonial Leave, Cultural & Religious Holiday Leave, Education Leave, Women's Health Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, and more
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts through our Swag Rewards platform and other affiliated businesses
- Complimentary tickets to select Opera Australia shows
For any enquiries about this role, or a copy of the full position description please contact our People team at ******@opera.org.au
Opera Australia is committed to enabling and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. Our team come from all walks of life. We acknowledge that all individual differences, life experiences, self-expression, and talent represent our culture and reputation of Opera Australia. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression.
