- Salary $31.76 + 25 Casual Loading + 11% Superannuation
- Casual Opportunities
- New Performing Arts Centre
At Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do. To stay ahead of and best respond to the evolving changes and needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting journey that will transform ways of working and will empower employees to be innovative and constantly striving towards providing excellent customer experience at all times. The five pillars of our transformation focus on:
- Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery
- Great Organisational Culture
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Good Governance and Integrity
- Long Term Financial Sustainability
Be part of a unique opportunity to work at an iconic performing arts centre in Melbourne’s east!
We employ passionate, customer-focused people who are committed to delivering service excellence for our community. Whitehorse City Council is a leader in the provision of arts and cultural services in the eastern region. Led by a dynamic team, your skills and expertise will be valued in a collaborative and engaging environment.
Whitehorse’s new performing arts centre is an innovative, versatile and inspiring cultural venue set in an expansive parkland setting. The facility offers large-scale theatrical performances and intimate shows across two theatres, festivals in the natural amphitheatre, classes in purpose-built spaces and function spaces for events.
The role:
The Technician will support the technical operation and use of the facilities and equipment in The Round and other managed venues and events ensuring that outcomes are best practice.
This position will primarily assist with the installation, operation, and maintenance of lighting, sound, stage and audio-visual equipment/facilities.
About you:
- Knowledge and skills in areas of audio, lighting, flying and/or staging – either in the performing arts industry or equivalent transferable skills from another industry.
- Sound decision making and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in providing flexible, friendly and focussed customer service
- Ability to work within a team or independently and good verbal communication skills to liaise with co-workers and users of The Round
- Knowledge of and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety, especially in regard to theatre operations.
In return, we will offer:
The ability to make a difference – Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you really will see how the work you’re involved in benefits the diverse community.
Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance.
An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges.
Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.
Transformation – We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement.
Further Information
Further information is available from Katie Harrigan on 9262 6590. To apply, please submit a copy of your resume (max 5 pages) and one page statement addressing the selection criteria and what you would bring to the role by 19 May 2024.
Come and join the transformation! Apply HERE
City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all.
Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. We recognise our responsibilities to keep children and young people safe from harm and have established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments.
