An exciting opportunity has become available for an ambitious and experienced Lighting Technician to join the multi-award winning precinct at the Mackay Entertainment Convention Centre (MECC).
About the MECC
The Mackay Entertainment Convention Centre (MECC) is a state-of-the art multi-million dollar precinct which provides unique settings for conferences, exhibitions, seminars and banquets. The facility consists of many versatile spaces including a 1090 seat theatre, 100 seat studio space, two plenary halls which when fully extended seats 1800 people, two dedicated foyers, bars, an experimental theatre space, breakout rooms and extensive front-house and backstage facilities. The centre also comfortably accommodates up to 1000 people banquet style.
The Role
The Lighting Technician will operate and maintain theatrical and conference lighting systems and associated equipment for the Convention Precinct and Events Program and perform general technical duties. This role is very hands on and will require working closely with members of the Technical, Festival and Operations teams in the delivery of events.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Demonstrated experience in the operation of theatrical/conference lighting systems or Certificate level tertiary qualification in technical production.
Current Working at Heights Certificate or ability to obtain.
Current Senior First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain.
Current Basic Riggers Ticket will be highly regarded
The position is permanent full-time. Applicants must be willing to partake in an any five (5) out of seven (7) roster including weekends and nights.
Mackay Regional Council provides competitive remuneration packages including attractive salary, employee benefits and training and development opportunities.
In return for your valued contribution you will be rewarded with;
Annual salary from $51,442
Up to 18% weekly superannuation contribution (conditions apply)
May be eligible for salary sacrificing options through Salaris
Lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
Study and assistance programs for career development
Learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Active social clubs
Interested?
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume. The selection criteria can be found on the last page of the Position Description, available to be downloaded from the vacancy on Council’s website.
For further information and to apply, visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au/careers now!
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
Closing date: 29 August 2019
Enquiries: Recruitment Team
For further information:
Phone: 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529)
