We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting national police checks, working with children checks, and thorough reference checks.
City of Parramatta have an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Casual Senior Technician – PHIVE/Parramatta Town Hall.
About the role
As the Senior Technician – PHIVE/Parramatta Town Hall, you will be responsible for delivering successful live events. Reporting to the Manager of Programming and Venue Services, you will ensure the effective operation of lighting, sound, audio-visual and staging equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide Audio-Visual services under the guidance of the Manager of Programming and Venue Services, demonstrating expertise in lighting, audio, vision, staging and to ensure superior service delivery to diverse stakeholders.
- Interpret and execute the delivery of productions, functions, conferences and events according to specification and work orders.
- Facilitate bump-in and bump-out of productions and events
- Perform various tasks including, rigging flown elements, operating automated winch fly systems, and providing stage management or stagehand assistance as required.
- Interpret lighting plans and plots, designing and developing lighting states, rigging, focussing and patching lighting as well as managing set electrics, haze, smoke, and follow spot operation.
- Interpret sound plans and plots, selecting and rigging stands, microphones and cables, installing speakers and cabling, operating audio consoles, and managing playback equipment according to production requirements.
- Undertake audio-visual tasks focused on visual technology such as setting up and operating LED screens, Tvs, and projectors, managing projection screens and edge blending, and controlling playback of visual content.
- Stay current with industry trends, new technologies and best practice.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- Certification or training in the operation of lighting, sound and audio-visual.
- Demonstrated experience in the design and operation of Audio-visual services for live performances, events and conferences covering lighting, sound, vision and staging.
- Knowledge of Audio-Visual equipment, control systems, and principles.
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve creative and technical goals.
- Excellent customer service experience with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
- Demonstrated technical capability in equipment setup and operation across multiple Audio-Visual disciplines.
- Proficiency in programming and operating consoles and cue management software.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work with precision in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities.
What’s on offer:
3 casual positions available!
Work to a two-week roster with shifts scheduled between Monday and Sunday. Hours are variable depending on business requirements.
We offer an attractive hourly rate of $33.35 to $36.71 plus 25% casual loading.
In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
- Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Health and Wellbeing programs (flu shots, etc.)
Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.
Alternatively any questions regarding the position please email Rachael White rwhite@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
Candidates must apply online attaching a valid Working with Children Clearance.
Applications close 9pm, Sunday, 3rd November 2024 and will not be accepted through any other medium.
The successful candidate is required to be vaccinated (at least 2 doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine) in accordance with Council’s vaccination policy. Candidates may submit a medical contraindication for Council’s consideration.
As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply.
This position requires the successful candidate to complete a Criminal History Records Check and a Pre-Employment Medical, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.
Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
