Casual/Vacation
$40.74 per hour
We’re currently searching for a skilled and highly motivated Gallery & Theatre Technician to join our organisation in a casual capacity.
Position details
- Casual Position
- Job Number: R2318
- Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 11 May 2023
Position objectives
The Gallery & Theatre Technician will be responsible for:
- The position will be a part of the Technical Services Team and focus predominately on the day-to-day technical operations at the Mildura Arts Centre Theatre, Gallery and Rio Vista Historic House, and other occasional venues as required including:
- assisting with delivery of Technical Services – Theatre Lighting and Sound and Production.
- exhibition installation and deinstallation
- handling artwork to museum and gallery standards
- assisting with equipment maintenance in the gallery and theatre
Qualifications and experience
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
- Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in the installation and de-installation of exhibitions to gallery and/or museum standards and practices including object care and handling, packing and movement of artworks, appropriate display techniques and conservation principles is preferred.
- Demonstrated practical experience in construction, fabrication and painting of exhibition assets, and appropriate work methods for utilizing necessary power tools.
- Experience in installation and operation of audio-visual equipment and lighting and sound systems.
- Demonstrated experience with theatre lighting, theatre rigging, theatre staging practices and theatre fly systems.
- Current satisfactory police check or be willing to obtain.
- Hold a current Working with Children’s Check or be willing to obtain.
- Current Driver’s Licence.
Salary and conditions
The position is classified within Band 4 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $40.7493 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) plus statutory superannuation.
Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.
We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.
About our organisation
Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au
About our region
Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura – a vibrant city of 35,000+ people – and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.
Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au
Applying for this position
All applications must include:
- A completed Job Application Form
- A resume
- A covering letter
Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered
Submit your application
By email to: humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au
All emailed applications will be acknowledged.
In person to: Mildura Rural City Council, 108 Madden Avenue, Mildura
By mail to:
Chief Executive Officer
Mildura Rural City Council
PO Box 105
MILDURA VIC 3502
Want to know more?
Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.
Alternatively, contact our Human Resources team on (03) 5018 8197 or email humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au
