Caulfield Grammar school is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3300 students across 5 campuses, Caulfield Grammar has a world-class teaching faculty that provides and encourages a collaborative and creative culture in learning and teaching.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Theatre Technician to join our dynamic Performing Arts team working across our Caulfield and Wheelers Hill Campuses on a casual basis. Reporting to the Theatre Manager at each, you will provide effective technical services for events and assist with the overall venue operations and processes. As a key member of our team, you will work within a fully resourced, professional, 560-seat theatre space, complete with a full fly tower and orchestra pit, as well as in each of the Black Theatres and other, smaller, event spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise and support around lighting and audio requirements
- Assist in the management of all Performing Arts facilities systems and maintain their effective operation
- Ensure effective set-up and pack-down of equipment and provide technical support for performances and events
- Contribute to efficient operation and safety of the facilities, and assist in the supervision of activities performed in the areas of the venue
- Assist with securing the venue and the safety of its occupants by working within the venue’s operational policies and guidelines
- Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours
Key Skills:
- Experience and/or knowledge of the technical requirements and OH&S in a performing arts centre, and ability to support others in these functions
- Current working knowledge of the mechanics and operation of manual single-purchase flying system and counterweight flying system, including adequate numerical skills as required
- Proficient and creative skills as a lighting board operator and audio desk operator
- Venue Technical Training Certificate from an accredited organisation or equivalent technical experience or OHS qualification
- Have a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check, and First Aid Certification or be prepared to obtain these
https://www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au/employment/
Applications close: 19 August 2022
Applications will be screened upon submission.
Enquiries: Employment@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au
