$72,043.40 – $82,280.10 Gross per annum + Superannuation
About the Opportunity
The Glenelg Shire Council is looking for a skilled theatre technician and team leader to join our Arts and Culture technical support unit. Based primarily at the Portland Arts Centre, you will deliver spectacular theatre and music productions by developing and overseeing our casual tech team.
In this varied full-time role, you will also provide invaluable technical advice to the programming team and to venue hirers, manage production equipment at Council’s halls across the shire and advise on maintenance needs and health and safety issues at the venues.
The role has been designed with flexible working hours in mind to help maintain work-life balance, understanding the unavoidable need for evening and weekend work in the industry.
Portland is a thriving regional community with great beaches, surfing, hikes, and a strong arts scene; this position is the perfect opportunity for a technician looking for a sea change.
For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.
What you need to Thrive
- Formal training and/or extensive experience in theatrical sound and/or lighting.
- Experience leading others and giving instruction and direction.
- Strong organisational and IT skills.
- A collaborative approach to work, with an interest in training and developing staff.
- Great interpersonal skills for liaising with a wide range of stakeholders.
- A safety driven mindset.
To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do. We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, discounted gym memberships and well-being initiatives.
Glenelg Shire Council is an equal-opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.
We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.
Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.
We acknowledge and respect the Traditional Owners of the region, the Gunditjmara, Boandik and Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages.
Pre-employment Requirements: All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click HERE.
You will be guided to complete our online application form, upload your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description.
Applications Close: Monday 4 September 2023 at 5:00pm
Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Virginia Winter Position: Venue Operations Coordinator – Portland Arts Centre Contact Phone: 03 5522 2155
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