As a Casual Lighting Operator you will work as part of a team, providing lighting technical services to presenters that meet SOH standards. You will work with clients to support and deliver events and productions, maintaining high quality customer service and contribute to the maintenance and security of technical equipment, venues and upholds WHS standards. Further more detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Knowledge and experience (at least 1 year) of working conditions of a live theatre environment or a related industry.
Demonstrated general technical understanding, skills and experience in lighting and of the requirements of live theatre and the performing arts industry.
Basic theory and understanding of lighting concepts such as focussing and patching and lighting effects are desirable for the position.
Physical fitness, agility and ability to work at heights.
Ability and commitment to work on a rotating shift basis.
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within teams and across multiple disciplines to ensure completion of work.
Good communication skills and well-developed interpersonal skills.
Commitment to abide by Opera House policies, particularly WHS procedures , including manual handling techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of computer related technology.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are asked to include an up to date resume of no more than five pages which clearly details your relevant skills and experience and how they relate to the requirements and capabilities for the role. Applicants are also asked to address their suitability in a covering letter of no more than two pages addressing the following two targeted questions:
Please outline your experience in delivering live theatre and events, highlighting your ability to both work in a team and independently and your capacity to deliver on the performance as well as non-performance elements of the performing arts industry.
The Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s busiest performing arts venues and aims to be a centre for excellence in event delivery. Please outline how you think your skills and experience will assist you in contributing to the Lighting Department.
Applicants MUST create a profile and submit their application electronically for this position at https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/. Only applicants who apply online will be considered for this position. Please contact the Jobs NSW Helpdesk on 1800 562 679 should you have any technical enquiries. A talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing or temporary roles of the same standard that may become available over the next twelve months. Sydney Opera House welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disability. To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment .
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Job Status: Casual
Position No: SOH1428
Salary: $27.33 per hour plus scaled penalty (14%) and casual loading (23%)
Applications Close: 21 April 2019
Enquiries: Ian Stevens | recruitment@sydneyoperahouse.com
Please Note: The Opera House is undertaking a series of building renewal projects to replace technology and machinery that has reached the end of its working life, open new areas to the public and ensure the Opera House is equipped to welcome as many people in as many ways as possible. These projects include the closure of the Concert Hall for approximately 22-24 months from February 2020 which will impact business operations and availability of work. Applicants for casual employment should not expect to be offered casual shifts during the Concert Hall closure period or for shifts to be regular or consistent.
