$43.78 per hour + super
At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.
Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.
About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.
About the Role
The Casual Technician position is part of the Operations and Technical Team that is responsible for all operational, technical and front of house support for the Arts Precincts activities, including performances and events. The Technical team is responsible for ensuring all technical aspects of the venue and equipment are maintained and improved in line with procurement policies and industry standards, and facilitate all technical and production-related operational duties for events at the highest professional standards. Several positions are available in the disciplines of lighting, audio, audio visual and staging
- Provide a high-quality, safe and sustainable technical service (lighting, audio, audio visual, staging) for presenters and hirers of Arts Precincts facilities
- Assist in the delivery of the Arts Precincts’ program of events and activities
- Provide friendly, focussed and flexible customer service to hirers, artists and patrons of the Arts Precincts’ facilities
- Ensure a safe and clean environment is provided for all events
Skills & Experience
- Technical competence in one or more technical discipline areas of live performance industry
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to multitask
- Excellent client and artist liaison communication skills, with a broader understanding of the industry sector
- Excellent innovative and creative problem-solving skills
- Be a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated team member
Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program – Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume and a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
Apply HERE
We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
Contact Rob Appleton, Production Supervisor (Darebin Arts Centre), on 0430 062 123 or Justin Charlson, Production Supervisor (Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre) on 0499 336 181 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close on Sunday, 3 April 2022 at 11.30pm.
Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply. To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.
All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.
