Theatre Technician

• Full Time Permanent opportunity available (9-day fortnight)
• Demonstrated experience working in a technical area in a theatrical and/or live entertainment
• Blue Card
• LGE ($58,349 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience

Why ChooseUs

Townsville City Council isthe largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia.

We are committed to creatingvalue by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity andgenerating an enriching lifestyle.

Our organisation providesand maintains over $7b worth of community assets including waterand wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads,waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitorsthrough events, providing recreational facilities, protecting thenatural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally andphysically healthy city.

We lead creation of a cityfor this and future generations by focusing on our transition to acircular economy that is resilient to social, financial andenvironmental shocks.

We are a Council led by ourcommunity to create an exciting and dynamic future.

Townsville City Council isgrowing Townsville.Aboutthe role

On average the Civic Theatre has165 performances per annum equating to an average of three shows aweek 52 weeks of the year. The Riverway Arts Centre averages 75performances per year but has the capacity to service the functionand meeting market which increases its yearly usage by another 245activities annually. The council through its Public PerformanceProgram presents a diverse range of drama, dance, music and operafrom national and international artists andorganisations.

This position supports thetechnical unit by undertaking theatre and function set ups,operating theatrical equipment and assisting in the upkeep ofCouncil’s performance venues and systems.

Aboutyou

Our ideal applicant willhave:

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience in providing technical support in at least one discipline - staging, lighting, audio and/or vision.
• Demonstrated experience working in a technical area in a theatrical and/or live entertainment venue.
• Possess a well-developed understanding of theatre technical systems.
• Demonstrated computer skills particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High Level customer service and communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both in a team environment and autonomously.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and skills commensurate with this classification level.
• Perform work with a degree of physical activity and manual labour.
• Current Queensland “C” Class Driver’s Licence.
• Capacity to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Demonstrated experience role modelling a positive safety culture and adherence to the Health Safety Management Systems through visible leadership and exercising due diligence and management of compliance and legislative obligations.

Applications should besubmitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter(maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and workexperience and must include attachments of the relevantqualifications and licenses, relating to the role. 

For furtherinformation review the PositionDescription. 

Closing Date: 11.45pm Monday 19th February 2024

What WeOffer

• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

We arecommitted to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diversestyles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued,encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds(including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, peoplewith disability, and veterans) are encouraged toapply!

If youneed any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or ifyou would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, pleasecontact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au fora confidential discussion.

Attachments:
- N00865 ,N00891,N00910,N00941,N00960_Theatre Technician_Updated 16Feb22_PD.pdf