- Casual positions available to join our Arts and Culture team
- Provide specialised technical knowledge necessary for staging venue productions
- $40.33 per hour plus casual loading of 25% and Super
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced technicians to provide effective technical services and supervision to clients, user groups and customers of the Boroondara Arts programs and events within the cultural facilities venues.
A little bit about the role
The Supervising technician is responsible for the supervision of technical operations, technical staff and hirers’ performance staff throughout our venues.
This position will:
- Supervise bump-ins and bump-outs for performances and events,
- Supervise staff, contractors, and volunteers associated with events and programming including the development of staff briefs,
- Contribute to the monitoring of venue functionality, furniture, and fittings to ensure safety and security, and carry out minor maintenance as assessed by the Senior Coordinator Civic and Cultural Facilities, and
- Be responsible for patron supervision and site safety.
A little bit about you
We are seeking suitable skilled and enthusiastic individuals with a strong focus on customer service to join our team.
You will hold a venue technical training certificate from an accredited organisation, or equivalent technical experience in a professional venue environment.
You will be an effective communicator, verbal and written, with who is both personable and approachable and able to easily engage with a diverse range of people.
Employment Requirements
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.
- All City of Boroondara employees must be fully vaccinated. Appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to provision of evidence of vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencement.
How to Apply
Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:59pm Monday 2 October 2023. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please.
For any further information please refer to the Position Description, or contact Erica Sammut (Senior Coordinator Civic and Cultural Facilities) during business hours on (03) 9278 4741 for a confidential discussion.
If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our Careers Website.
Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Clearance. Additionally, some applicants may also be required to undergo a National Criminal History check and/or medical check as per the requirements of the role.
Working together
We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal – we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.
