Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia’s Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA’s key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.
The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes, and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.
About the position:
The Technical Officer attends to all aspects of technical production in relation to performances and events at the Queens Park Theatre and other City-owned venues. This position works evenings and weekends as required and supports the Queens Park Theatre Team in all aspects of the Theatre’s technical operations.
Key accountabilities:
- Effectively manage the set up and operation of various pieces of lighting, audio and AV equipment.
- Ensure lighting, audio and staging equipment is operated in the correct and safe manner during performances according to technical requirements as well as in accordance with in-house City of Greater Geraldton Workplace Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Undertake regular and ongoing maintenance and complete maintenance tasks as required.
- Conduct stock take for technical materials and consumables as required ensuring the QPT inventory and stock is regularly updated.
For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment
To gain a better understanding of the role or to discuss the position qualification requirements in more detail, please call Simone Mahoney, Coordinator Events & Venues on (08) 9956 6778.
Position requirements:
The successful applicant would ideally hold a Certificate IV in a field of study relevant to a technical role in a performing arts theatre, or a lesser qualification with experience in professional performing arts/events technical operations and stage management.
Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits:
A salary starting from $69,663 per annum or $35.2547 per hour will be offered dependent on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications of the successful candidate as it relates to the requirements of the position.
Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:
- Up to 20% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
- 22 Annual Leave days
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career opportunities
- Study Assistance
- Centrally located
- Free parking
Interested in applying?
For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment
Applications close 4pm Thursday 25 January 2024.
