Permanent, full time- Circa $73k plus super
- Based at Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, close to tram and train
About the City of Darebin
Located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, the City of Darebin has a population of 161,609. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne and is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities anywhere in the State. The City of Darebin makes a significant investment in the arts and creative sector operating two iconic arts and cultural facilities the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre and Darebin Arts Centre. Both venues are known for delivering a strong and high-profile arts program.
About the Role
As a key role in the broader Operations and Technical Teams at the Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, you will be responsible for the delivery and oversight of all technical matters at the centre. Take an important lead in the delivery of our award-winning Arts Program by providing technical services to artists, clients and hirers and the facility.
Duties
- Lead a team of highly skilled and motivated technicians to deliver technical services to NTHAC users and in collaboration with the Programming Team
- Improve and enhance systems, processes and internal documentation to assist in the efficient and professional delivery of the service
- Oversee the investment of the minor capital work budget in strategic technical and operational upgrades of the venue
- Design and deliver training programs for staff to ensure the highest levels of expertise and safety within the venue
- Ensure that the venue is excellently presented as a premier Melbourne venue
Skills & Experience
- Experience leading technical operations or services in an arts venue or performance or events environment
- Demonstrated experience in building and leading technical teams
- Experience managing substantial budgets and strategic investment
- Love and passion for working with artists and delivering excellent service to the arts community
- Be a natural collaborator, networker and a team player, bringing can-do innovation and commitment to a multifaceted service
Culture
Darebin is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in Victoria in terms of cultures, language (more than 118 languages are spoken), religions, socio-economic background, employment status, occupation and housing needs. You will work for an organisation that proudly values social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence.
Creative Culture and Events plays a vital role in the local arts arena to offer platforms and support for a wide range of local artists to make and present work. Its ever-evolving strategies are some of the most leading edge in Australia, responding to the critical needs of the community as they grow and change. In a post-COVID environment the department’s work is essential in rebuilding the sector, offering financial and operational support as well as galvanising audiences for the various creative outputs presented.
Benefits
- Opportunity to invent a brand new era at Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre and to establish a lasting legacy of excellence
- Work for a local authority that values and invests in the arts and the local artistic and creative community
- Have access to budgets to invest in the ongoing technical excellence of the venue
- Be part of a progressive and dynamic local government authority which is internationally recognised for is forward thinking in sustainability, asylum seekers, indigenous rights and equity for all regardless of physical special needs, sexuality, gender, race or religion
How to Apply
Start your application by clicking ‘Apply for this job’. Candidates must provide a resumé and those who wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description may do so in their cover letter. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
Contact Sara Austin, Head of Operations on 0447 205 933 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close on Sunday, 6 September 2020 at 11.30pm.
The City of Darebin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organisation, or other non-merit factors. Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
