University Theatres operates under the management of the University Club and oversees the live performance spaces of the University of Western Australia, including the Octagon Theatre and Winthrop Hall.
University Theatres welcomes to our diverse and unique venues professional producers and promoters and a range of community groups and University departments.
THE JOB
The Production Manager manages all day-to-day operations of the Technical department, including:
- Recruitment, rostering and management of our casual technical staff
- Working closely with the Bookings Department to ensure accurate estimates accurate and efficient production schedules
- Client liaison for smooth event delivery
- Ensuring all Technical department operations are safe
- Reporting to the Technical Manager
- Whilst there is an expectation that the office hours of work will be regular, they can be temporarily varied by agreement with the Technical Manager. The Production Manager can augment the position with rostered shifts on our events.
The office hours of the role are expected to average 0.5FTE. There is also the opportunity to work event shifts, if desired.
THE CANDIDATE
The position will suit applicants with substantial experience of technical theatre with an ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently to meet deadlines and deliver great customer service to our clients.
The successful candidate will have:
- Excellent time management
- The ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
- Experience in the delivery of technical life performance events
- Experience supervising and rostering a team
- A good working knowledge of industry health and safety practices
- APPLYING
Find out more about University Theatres at our website: www.theatres.uwa.edu.au
Please email alexis.catelli@universityclub.uwa.edu.au to request a position description and to submit your resume for consideration.
Applications will close by 5pm on the 3rd October.
All applicants must have valid working rights.
