The Technical Team Leader is responsible for leading a small team in providing all technical and production services of Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) and Wellington Civic Centre (WCC). This position provides guidance and service to the organisation and clients across Work Health and Safety, compliance, and maintenance of equipment and technical infrastructure of the venues. This person additionally has the skills to operate of audio, lighting, staging and vision equipment for shows and events, and as well as preparing the staff roster and technical estimates/final costings for each event at the Centres.
The venues deliver events ranging from national touring companies, local theatre groups, productions, events and conferences. Due to the nature of the role you will be required to work a 70 hour fortnight, with a roster including weekends, based on the events schedule.
You’ll make an impact by:
- Co-ordinating the technical and production services of DRTCC and WCC
- Co-ordinating the planning and execution of shows, functions and events, ensuring effective project management of conflicting requirements for use of the venues and resources
- Monitoring budget for technical operations
- Maintaining technical equipment and infrastructure of the technical department
- Ensuring WHS requirements are followed by users of DRTCC and WCC
- Supervising your team and their duties ensuring that individual accountabilities and performance are monitored and achieved
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
You have a strong work ethic and value integrity. Your attention to detail allows you to maintain the high standards held by each venue. You are a skilled and motivated creative problem solver, with a diverse range of industry experience in entertainment, events or touring shows. You thrive working in a busy and fast paced environment.
Your excellent communication skills allow you to build strong professional relationships with stakeholders. You are a team player who is motivated and continually looks to contribute to a positive team culture.
To thrive in this role, you will need:
- Demonstrated practical experience in a similar technical/production Team Leader position
- Demonstrated extensive technical knowledge, analytical skills and ability to operate to a high level of competency, manual and computerised lighting, audio, AV and flying systems
- Extensive knowledge and experience of Work Health and Safety (WHS), Risk Management and Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) issues in venues and events industries
- Experience in supervising, cost effective rostering and training staff
READY TO FIND MORE FROM WORK AND LIFE?
Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career.
Attractive annual salary ranging from $85,603 to $99,483 is on offer.
To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description.
This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.
Enquiries: Performing Arts and Venues Coordinator – 02 6801 4373
Closing Date: 9:00am, Wednesday 21st August 2024
WHY DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL?
At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:
- Find purpose and impact
Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change – and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.
- Find personal and professional growth
You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.
- Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love
Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
- Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
- Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
- Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
