Address- This is a permanent full time opportunity based in our beautiful Kensington Town Hall.
- $83,741 - $94,243 (dependent on skills & experience) + 11% Superannuation
- Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment
About City of Melbourne
Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.
We are the City of Melbourne, a place to be bold and inspirational.
About the Role
Kensington Town Hall and Meat Market are seeking a dynamic and pivotal Senior Technician to oversee event delivery and operational management across both venues. Under the guidance of the Meat Market management team, this role ensures the efficient, safe, and effective use of the venues, adhering to specific operational standards and lease terms. As the central point of contact for technicians, hirers, and building contractors, the Senior Technician plays a key role in facilitating smooth event execution and optimal venue operations, delivering a consistent and high-quality experience for all stakeholders.
Joining at this exciting startup phase of a new focus on the arts, you will have a unique opportunity to help guide and shape the future of Kensington Town Hall.
This position requires flexibility, as the incumbent will be rostered according to the varying needs of both venues, including some weekend work and the ability to handle early starts or after-hours calls based on event schedules. The Senior Technician supports the Technical and Operations Manager in providing comprehensive technical production services and event planning. Balancing regular office hours with the diverse timing needs of events, this role embodies adaptability and a commitment to excellence in arts venue management, ensuring Kensington Town Hall and Meat Market remain premier cultural destinations.
To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in “Position Information”.
What you will bring to the role:
- Demonstrated experience in planning, organising, and delivering events, including managing logistics, coordinating teams, and handling event-specific challenges.
- Proven ability to supervise teams, including casual staff, ensuring efficient event delivery and adherence to safety protocols.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities coupled with effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Experience in assessing and managing risks associated with events, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing duties like Chief Fire Warden as needed.
- Knowledge of technical aspects related to events, such as audio/visual systems, which is preferable but not essential.
- Competence with Microsoft office suite. Familiarity with Deputy and Qlab software preferred but not essential.
What we can offer you at City of Melbourne
- Attractive Remuneration & Benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, salary packaging, excellent leave entitlements; including 20 Weeks paid parental leave, study assistance & great corporate discounts through our CoM Unity Employee Benefits program. .
- Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
- Permanent Full Time Opportunity: Permanent full time opportunity based in our beautiful Kensington Town Hall.
- Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: At the City of Melbourne, we champion work-life balance; explore alternative work arrangements.
- Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to shaping the future of Melbourne for visitors and residents.
How to apply…
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply!
As part of the online application form you are required to:
- Attach your resume
- Attach a cover letter addressing the requirements outlined in "What you will bring to the Role" (maximum 1 page)
Please submit your application encompassing all of the above by 11:45pm Sunday 16th June.
For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact Emma Devereux, Venue Manager, Meat Market - Creative City via email: *************@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits. If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact *******@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.
