Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is one of Australia’s leading centres for live performance. Welcoming over 1.5 million visitors to more than 1200 performances each year, we embrace the best in live performance – the world renowned alongside the emerging, local and new – and connect to the stories and ideas at the heart of each production. Through the warmth and expertise of our staff, we have become a trusted curator, presenter and host; a place to come together to relax, reflect, share stories and celebrate.
An exceptional opportunity currently exists for experienced and motivated individuals to join our Production Services team in the casual role of Senior Technician – Lighting.
In this important leadership role, you will be responsible for supervising and driving staff to provide professional, client-focused, and cost-efficient services to Venue Hirers and internal Business Units.
Reporting to the Manager – Lighting and Electrical Services, this position requires high-calibre individuals who are suitably experienced and qualified in theatre/entertainment lighting.
Customer service is of paramount importance to this role and requires the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a flexible, open-minded approach to change in high pressure situations. Experience in leading and motivating teams in a dynamic live theatre environment with a hands-on approach is also essential.
To be successful for the role, you will have demonstrated ability to interpret stage lighting designs, technical requirements and specifications; and to install, operate and maintain lighting and electrical systems and equipment used in a live theatre environment. In addition, the ability to find, analyse and rectify faults under pressure and within tight time frames is essential as is experience in programming and operating ETC EOS lighting consoles, including moving light rigs. A familiarity with grandMA consoles would also be well regarded.
Availability will be required for day, evening and weekend hours and for extended periods to service hirers’ schedules.
HOW TO APPLY
The application pack, including the position description and details on how to apply, can be found at www.qpac.com.au/careers/jobs. For any queries, please contact the People and Safety Unit on (07) 3840 7425.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 2 May 2022 at 5:00pm.
Apply directly via QPAC’s website at https://www.qpac.com.au/careers/jobs
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
