Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.
We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl.
The role
Our talented GMCPA Theatre department work incredibly hard to ensure the smooth running of all productions in the Gillian Moore Centre for Performing Arts. This state-of-the-art theatre with a 750-seat capacity is the beating heart of our College and houses many productions large and small. We are seeking a Theatre Technical Co-ordinator to join our passionate team.
The Technical Co-ordinator works collaboratively with Theatre Manager and the Theatre Technician to provide technical support for all events ensuring the effective, efficient, safe, and timely delivery of all technical staging and AV requirements. This role will involve evening and weekend work associated with our productions.
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Our kind of team member
You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:
- Demonstrate best practice in technical theatre production and the provision of services to College and associated customers
- Strong background in theatrical lighting or audio in a theatre environment specifically providing technical support for performances and presentations
- Experience in lighting operation using industry standard consoles
- Experience in audio operation and knowledge of analogue and digital audio consoles
- Experience in operating and maintaining staging elements
- Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively in a team and independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop and sustain effective working relationships
- Flexibility to deal with changing circumstances in a calm and efficient manner
- Strong ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
- Demonstrated competency with information technology
- Good understanding of Work Health and Safety principles and legislation in the context of a school and performance environment
- Rigging/Elevated Working Platform Ticket (or willingness to obtain)
- Possess qualifications in technical theatre and entertainment with relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to demonstrate professional conduct and discretion at all times
- Willingness to support the ethos and values of the College
Your kind of workplace
Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.
We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.
Your kind of benefits
We are offering a competitive salary as well as a range of benefits, including:
- professional development support
- access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
- daily morning tea
- discounted school fees (where applicable)
- a dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
- easy access with close public transport and onsite or nearby (street) parking
We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, training and professional development, career progression, access to technology and resources, and health and wellbeing opportunities.
Our kind of process
To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth – please submit your application online.
Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Friday 16th August, 2024.
Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.
Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
