An exciting permanent full-time opportunity is now available for a Theatre and Events Technician responsible for delivering high-quality technical services for Cessnock Performing Arts Centre and includes its outreach points ensuring hirers and the audience are provided with a high-quality service and cultural experience. The position is also required to implement the actions associated with the theatre maintenance schedule and assist with maintaining the venue’s asset registers.
Other key responsibilities will include:
- Assist the PACC Operations Team Leader in the delivery of all technical theatre operations including production scheduling, staging and performance in accordance with statutory requirements, Australian standards and codes of practice, industry guidelines and risk assessments;
- Deliver all technical tasks associated with bump in and bump out including theatre performances, community and civic events in accordance with statutory requirements, Australian standards and codes of practice, industry guidelines and risk assessments;
- Prepare the venue’s auditorium and additional performance spaces as per client requirements, including set-up, operation and pack down of the venue’s audio, lighting, rigging and staging equipment.
- Communicate with venue users ensuring technical and theatre operational requirements are understood and achieved including on site problem solving at the earliest time.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position DescriptionRemuneration:$68,193 – $78,961 per annum plus superannuation
Benefits:
- Full-time 38 hours per week
- Flexible work arrangement options
- 11.5% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Ongoing Training and development opportunities including access to Council’s Study Assistance Program
- Free Parking on-site
- Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
- Beautiful Location in picturesque Hunter Valley!
Applications Close: Thursday 6 July 2023 at 11.30pm
Who to Contact:
Sam Webber, Operations Team Leader on 0401 107 448
How to Apply:
Please complete the application form and provide detailed responses to the questions which relate to the criteria within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.
About Us:
At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We’re committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.
