- Two full time vacancies on 2-year fixed term contracts
- Theoretical component of a Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services to be completed in conjunction with working at Adelaide Festival Centre
- Become a qualified Theatre Technician in Lighting, Sound or Staging
About Adelaide Festival Centre
Established in 1973, Adelaide Festival Centre is South Australia’s principal performing arts venue and a leading Asia-Pacific cultural centre.
We present a bold, diverse program of festivals, events and performances year-round — inspiring, educating and entertaining audiences of all ages and cultures.
As the home of the performing arts in South Australia, we’re proud to deliver exceptional experiences for audiences, artists and partners, while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our team.
Adelaide Festival Centre operates four major venues in the Adelaide CBD – Festival Theatre, Dunstan Playhouse, Space Theatre and Her Majesty’s Theatre
About the role
We are looking for two passionate individuals who are eager to commence their careers as Lighting, Sound or Staging Theatre Technicians.
This two-year traineeship program combines a formal qualification, industry recognised certification and practical experience working within the State Government of South Australia.
To be eligible to receive a traineeship and government subsidisation, candidates must
Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Successfully complete an Identity Check.
- Have the ability and willingness to successfully undergo a Functional Capacity Assessment, which includes:
- Spirometry examination
- Physical capability assessment
- Audiometry (hearing) examination
These roles will commence in late January 2027.
What you’ll be doing
You will complete a nationally recognised Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services through Adelaide TAFE over 24 months through a combination of formal training and on-the-job experience with host employer, Adelaide Festival Centre.
This unique combination of formal education and work experience will qualify you to work in a range of Technical Theatre roles in Lighting, Sound or Staging, delivering live performances in Adelaide Festival Centre’s four theatres.
Responsibilities
- Participate in bump-ins and bump-outs
- Participate in rehearsals and performance
- Undertake maintenance and repair on technical equipment
- Appropriately store equipment
- Undertake department cleaning and housekeeping duties
- Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients
- Adhere to Work Health and Safety standards
Competencies and Skills
- To make the most of this opportunity you will be:
- Genuinely passionate about a career in technical theatre
- Enthusiastic to learn from industry leaders using state of the art technology
- Be a great communicator and teammate
- Be a planner, able to prioritise and work through your tasks methodically
- Available to regularly work weekends and evenings
- Be committed to your formal and ‘on the job’ training for 24 months
Why Join Us?
Adelaide Festival Centre employs more than 400 staff across areas including production, staging, hospitality, marketing, programming, patron services and corporate services.
When you join our team, you’ll help bring the arts to life in the Festival State while working in a vibrant cultural environment.
Our staff benefits include:
- $15 staff tickets to performances across our venues
- 10% discount at Festival Centre food and beverage outlets
- Flexible working arrangements
- Free annual flu vaccination
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Breastfeeding-friendly workplace
- Approved Child Safe Environment
Our Commitment
Adelaide Festival Centre is located on Kaurna Yarta. We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the Adelaide Plains and honour their ongoing connection to land and culture.
We are committed to reconciliation and inclusion through our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan and strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations people.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Applications
If this opportunity sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit:
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Your current resume
For more information and a copy of the position description, visit the Join Us page on our website. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Enquires can be directed to Claire George – Manager, People and Culture via email to ••••@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au or Nathan Luscombe, Head of Technical and Production via email at ••••@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
Please submit all applications via SEEK by 4:00pm Friday 23 October 2026
