Permanent, Part Time (76 hours per four-weeks period)- Salary circa $63k p.a. plus super (pro rata)
- Darebin Arts Centre location, accessible by tram, train, bus and bike
About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.
About the Role
Venue Services Officer – Technicians work within our Operations and Technical team that is responsible for all operational, technical and front of house support for the Arts Precincts activities, including performances and events.
The role supports and assists with the centre’s diverse arts program by delivering technical support to our valued presenters, artists and patrons
- Ensure effective and proactive liaison with clients to determine and deliver technical requirements for events
- Provide a high-quality, safe and sustainable technical service (lighting, audio, audio visual and staging)
- Ensure the safety, cleanliness and security of the building during productions
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of venue or equipment usage and maintenance of equipment
The successful incumbent will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
Skills and Experience
- Experience in technical service delivery, preferrably in an arts or cultural centre environment
- Understanding of the production and technical operation of a live theatre or performing arts centre
- Well developed face-to-face customer service delivery skills
Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices including working from home options, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program – Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.
How to Apply
Darebin values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.
We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description in your application form.
Contact Chloe Gestier, Head of Operations on 0448 125 039 for a confidential discussion.
Apply at https://www.darebin.vic.gov.au/About-Council/Careers/Current-vacancies
Applications close on Sunday 22nd August at 11.30pm.
The Darebin City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.
To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.
