About the Company
West Australian Ballet (WAB) is the state’s flagship ballet company, presenting an ambitious and diverse program of classical and contemporary works across Perth, regional Australia and international stages. With five mainstage seasons each year, an in?house choreographic season and extensive community engagement programs, WAB is one of Australia’s leading performing arts organisations committed to excellence, innovation and sector leadership.
About the role
West Australian Ballet is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Lighting and Audio Visual to lead our Lighting and AV Department across mainstage productions, studio operations, touring and events. This is a key leadership role within WAB’s Production Team, responsible for delivering all lighting and AV elements to the highest professional standard. The position oversees departmental staffing, equipment maintenance, workshop operations, WHS compliance, pre-production planning, rigging, programming and performance-season delivery.
If you’re a collaborative technical leader with strong production experience, excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting world?class dance, we’d love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the Lighting and AV Department, including the Lighting Store and Workshop.
- Manage pre-production planning, documentation, rigging design and technical delivery for all WAB productions.
- Oversee installation, programming, operation and pack-down for seasons, events and touring.
- Recruit, roster and supervise casual Lighting/AV staff.
- Maintain all lighting, AV and rigging equipment, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation and Australian Standards.
- Prepare risk assessments and ensure safe work practices across all departmental activities.
- Liaise with venue technical teams and collaborate closely with WAB’s Production and Artistic staff.
- Manage departmental assets, consumables, hire items and technical infrastructure.
About you
You will bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or substantial industry experience in lighting, AV or technical theatre.
- Strong leadership, communication and collaborative skills.
- Proven ability to work within budgets and tight production timelines.
- Competency in Vectorworks (or similar) and QLab.
- Current Working at Heights and Test & Tag accreditation.
- A solid understanding of WHS in live performance environments.
- Experience supervising technical crews.
Desirable skills include: ETC EOS programming, touring experience, knowledge of WA’s performing arts sector, and familiarity with audio/video editing software, Photoshop and IP networks.
Culture
West Australian Ballet fosters a workplace culture built on respect, collaboration and professional excellence. We support a healthy work–life balance, recognising that wellbeing is essential to sustained creativity and productivity. People who thrive at WAB are adaptable, organised and attentive to detail, with a genuine passion for the arts and for working in a collaborative environment.
Our team members value clear communication, enjoy working closely with others, and understand the importance of self?care and balance in a fast?paced industry. We encourage individuals to bring their best selves to work, contribute ideas confidently and engage positively with colleagues across all departments.
At WAB, we are committed to a culture where:
- Work is undertaken with honesty, integrity and professionalism.
- Fairness, courtesy and respect guide all interactions with colleagues, artists, audiences and stakeholders.
- We operate as a united team, recognising and respecting every role within the organisation.
- Differences are valued and embraced.
- People are empowered to contribute ideas and perspectives respectfully.
Benefits
- Five weeks of annual leave.
- Two complimentary tickets per season, plus access to up to 20 discounted tickets.
- 50% discount on Adult Ballet Class fees for staff.
- Access to a wide range of arts industry discounts.
- Opportunities to work with creative teams from Western Australia, across Australia and internationally.
APPLY NOW
If you’re ready to contribute your expertise to a world?class company and play a vital role in bringing extraordinary productions to life, we encourage you to apply. - Please submit a cover letter addressing the essential selection criteria, along with your CV, via email to recruitment@waballet.com.au with HEAD OF LIGHTING AND AUDIO VISUAL in the subject line.
- Applications close 6pm Friday 6 November 2026. Applications may close earlier if sufficient high?quality submissions are received, so early application is recommended.Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
