The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) is Australia’s premier training ground for future leaders and practitioners in the performing arts. Located at Kensington in Sydney, it is a centre of excellence in education and training. NIDA is unique in the world for its conservatoire training in the range that it offers which includes Acting, Design, Costume, Properties and Objects, Technical Theatre and Stage Management, Scenic Construction, Writing for Performance, Directing and Cultural Leadership.
The Opportunity
This position supports the efficient operation of NIDA as the elite Australian educational institute for the dramatic arts and of NIDA’s venues as a commercial performing arts centre by overseeing the procurement, storage and maintenance of the organisation’s portable technical theatre and screen equipment. The position requires a highly organised manager with self-motivation, a demonstrated knowledge of technical theatre and screen equipment, software and systems. The position requires an ability to create and update detailed technical documentation, oversee an effective hire/loan process for technical equipment for internal and external clients and a willingness to support NIDA’s learning environment. The role is a minimum 38 hours per week with mutually negotiated call times.
About You
- Relevant technical theatre and screen equipment and/or equipment store experience.
- Proven understanding and high level of competency in use of relevant equipment and software.
- Demonstrated ability to provide an excellent standard of customer service.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate information.
- Proficient in the use of database software, preferably within the context of managing equipment inventory and loan/hire processes.
- Hold or ability to obtain a Statement of Attainment in Electrical Testing and Tagging
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively as part of a team.
- Proven ability to work independently, exercise initiative and take ownership of assigned tasks to completion.
- Demonstrated willingness to embrace organisational change including use of modern technology and an ability to analyse and problem solve in the context of change and continuous improvement.
- An ability to enact basic repairs upon damaged or faulty technical equipment, including a working knowledge of basic electronics.
- Demonstrated time management skills in the context of teams and self.
Position Profile
Please download the position profile for more information about this role.
Salary (TRP)
$53,097.69 inclusive of 9.5% Superannuation. Penalty rates will apply in addition to the salary for work completed on weekends (as per the Live Performance Award 2020).
Benefits of Working for NIDA
- Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
- Novated Car Leases
- Workplace Banking
- A short bus ride from Central Station and Sydney CBD
- Discounted Health Club & Aquatic Membership at UNSW
- Access to the UNSW Library
- Complimentary tickets to NIDA student productions
- Continuing Professional Development Opportunities
- Discounts from NIDA bars during events
- 50% discount for immediate family members to attend the NIDA Open programs
What we’re looking for
Essential components of your application
- A brief cover letter that demonstrates your understanding of and capacity to undertake the role.
- Your C.V. including two references who can comment on your professional experience
- A separate document that addresses each of the selection criteria listed in the Position Profile individually.
Closing date
11pm, 27 June 2021
Only applicants who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
Considerations
Applications that do not address the selection criteria listed in the Position Profile will not be considered.
You are required to have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this role. This role is not suited to a working holiday visa holder.
A valid Working With Children Check for NSW is essential. Having one or being willing to get one and to support and implement NIDA’s Child Safe Strategies is necessary to undertake this role.
Contact
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Graham Henstock <graham.henstock@nida.edu.au>, Director Centre for Technology, Production and Management.
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