Casual
Band 5, $48.07 per hour (incl. loading) + Super
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 2 February 2026
Mount Alexander Shire is renowned for its local food and wine, a vibrant arts community, and breathtaking natural surroundings.
Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.
Position Objectives
Council owns and manages the operations of the Phee Broadway Theatre and the Castlemaine Town Hall. The theatre is programmed and is also available for hire by community and commercial hirers.
The Technician collaborates with the Venues and Events team, community, and commercial hirers to run the technical aspects of a production and to ensure safe operations of specialised technical equipment.
The role
Key responsibilities undertaken by the Supervising Technician include:
- Coordination of the technical production aspects of all community and commercial hire agreements
- Liase with event production personnel, including conducting client inductions
- Collaborate with event coordinators and clients to meet their technical requirements
- Lead setup, pack down, and operation of audio, lighting and video equipment for performances and events
- Manage inventory, maintenance schedules, and keep up to date with relevant policies to support the professional and safe operations of the Phee Theatre, Town Hall and some outdoor events
- Where required, help develop policies and procedures and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
Our ideal candidate
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- relevant industry qualifications, or demonstrated experience managing and operating technical equipment in a performing arts venue
- proficiency in the use of computers, relevant software and equipment
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Specialist knowledge of working with community users, touring theatrical companies and the wider industry sector
- An understanding of specialist equipment in a standard theatre, and knowledge of the operation and maintenance of this equipment
- Willingness to undergo further industry training if required
- Flexibility to work some weeknights and weekends
Benefits
- Annual salary increases
- Access to Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
- Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.
Contact
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Carly Wilson, Acting Venues & Events Coordinator, on 0488 600 232.
How to apply
Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.
Please ensure your application includes:
- A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
- A copy of your current resume
- Responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the position description
Additional information
Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.
Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.
For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.
