Start your career at Ipswich City Council
If you enjoy being a part of live productions, this is your chance to complete a Certificate III in Live Production and Services Worker traineeship based at the Ipswich Civic Centre, our premier performing arts and entertainment venue.
You will undertake behind the scenes work for productions and events and learn how to:
- Install and test lighting equipment
- Install and operate follow spots
- Work effectively backstage during performances
- Install and disassemble audio equipment
- Develop basic vision system skills
- Develop basic lighting skills and knowledge
- Operate flying systems
- Develop basic audio skills and knowledge
The 12-month traineeship under the Skilling Queenslanders for Work Program will give you:
- Practical work skills while working full time
- A nationally recognised qualification
- The chance to join a great team working for our community
- A supportive environment working in a field you are interested in
About you
To be successful in this traineeship you will:
- Be organised, reliable and able to follow work instructions
- Have a genuine interest in the entertainment industry
- Be prepared to work in a team and communicate well
- Be dedicated to completing a Nationally Accredited qualification
- Ideally, have completed a Ready for Work course or equivalent
To be eligible to obtain a certificate during the traineeship, you need to:
- Be a Queensland resident with Australian or New Zealand citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia
- Have not completed this qualification previously
Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage people from all walks of life to share in the opportunity:
- Young people (15 years or over)
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
- People from a culturally and linguistically diverse background
- People with a disability or impairment
- LGBTIQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/gender diverse, intersex, queer)
- Long term unemployed job seekers
- Mature age job seekers
- Veterans and ex-ADF personnel
- Women re-entering the workforce
Pre employment checks
Successful trainees must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical.
About the benefits
This is a 12 month fixed-term traineeship with a salary between $346 and $743 before tax per week, plus superannuation of up to 12.5%. The salary is dependent on age and level of schooling achieved.
- Ongoing learning, development and career opportunities
- Work alongside industry experts in our growing city
About us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.’
We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Apply now
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- a cover letter that includes:
- why you are interested in a traineeship with council
- related school or pre-vocational training subjects
- any skills from work experience or school/community activities you’ve been involved in
- Your current resume
Closing date: 7 April 2024
Please direct any related questions to Heather by emailing careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
