- Picton location
- Permanent Full-Time position, based on 35 hours per week (Monday to Sunday)
- The position is subject to an open spread of hours on a rostered basis and includes after hours, weekend and public holiday work in accordance with the Award
- Salary commencing from $84,406, plus 11% superannuation
Do you have expert knowledge or experience in overseeing the set up and delivery of production services to ensure all operations for a performing arts space are conducted safely, efficiently and to specifications? Are you looking for an opportunity to join an innovative team where you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a range of stakeholders? This could be the opportunity for you!
About Council
Wollondilly Shire Council covers a Local Government Area of approximately 2,560km2 of pristine bushland, crystal clear waterways and unique towns and villages that are home to close-knit communities. We are experiencing a time of significant growth and require suitably qualified and experienced professionals to go on this exciting journey with us.
In addition to the positive and supportive work culture, there are a number of benefits and opportunities available to our employees including:
- Health and Wellbeing programs
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities and access to Council’s Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Reward and Recognition Programs
- Staff Social activities
About the Role
We currently have a new and exciting opportunity for a Technical Coordinator – PAC to join our Community Services Team. The position plays an instrumental role in overseeing the set-up of specialist production services for Wollondilly Shire Council’s new Performing Arts Centre.
The Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre is the first significant project in a major Cultural Precinct for the Wollondilly community. As a new flexible format, state of the art theatre it will be a unique venue in the region, attracting a wide range of contemporary theatre performances, as well as community events and commercial hires.
The role of the Technical Coordinator – PAC, plays a pivotal role in providing high level technical support and advice to the PAC Manager and supervision of all production and technical operations to ensure the success of the venue and cultural benefit across the region.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate their competency for the position by meeting the following essential criteria:
- Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Live Production and Technical Services or similar and/or Extensive high-level experience as Production Manager or Theatre Technician, including operating and programming theatre equipment
- Ability to create, interpret and implement technical specifications and develop production plans
- Experience in managing theatre equipment including maintenance schedules, inventory and asset management
- Proven experience in managing WHS systems within a theatre environment, including developing safe work practices and operating procedures
- Class C Drivers Licence
- Current First Aid
- Current Working with Children Check
Experience in setting up or commissioning technical services in a new performing arts venue will be highly regarded.
Further Information: Raina Savage, Transitional Performing Arts Centre Manager, 0476 047 065
Closing Date: 5:00pm Monday, 12 February 2024.
Don’t delay any longer, Apply Now and let’s make Wollondilly even better, together.
To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website, Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement.
Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake Police Background, Credential and Bankruptcy Checks.
In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.
Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to workplace diversity.
