Townsville is the capital of Northern Australia, and Townsville City Council is the largest regional council in Queensland. Our Council is undergoing a whole-of-organisation transformational change which will place our customers at the heart of everything we do and allow us to take advantage of exciting opportunities to revolutionise the delivery of services to a community of more than 190,000 residents. Council strives to facilitate sustainable economic development for our region, enhance quality of life for our residents, and identify and unlock the potential of our City through inspired leadership, co-design of services with the community, and sustainable and innovative business partnering.
Here at Council we know that working with your hands doesn’t preclude using your head.
We’re looking for the best and brightest, those who know that there’s always a way to do things better – you just have to find it.
If you love a challenge, understand that it takes a combination of attitude and aptitude to determine your altitude, and want to work to build a city for our community, we want you.
DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND EXPERIENCE IN BACKSTAGE PERFORMING ARTS?
The Technician Assistant will assist with the overall staging of productions at Townsville City Council’s Performing Arts venues, including the Townsville Civic Theatre and Riverway Arts Centre. This role supports the supports the technical unit by undertaking theatre and event set ups, operating basic theatrical equipment and assisting in the upkeep of Council’s performance venues and systems.
Our successful candidate will need:
Demonstrated experience in general theatre disciplines.
Demonstrated experience working or volunteering backstage in a performing arts environment.
Current Queensland ‘C’ class driver’s licence.
Possess an understanding of theatre technical systems.
Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Possess good communication skills.
Possess basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment.
We’re hiring casual Technician Assistants. Do you have what it takes to build a city? Find out more here.
Closing date: Monday 07 October 2019
