AT THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY. AT THE START OF THE FUTURE.
That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Venue Technician.
Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year – and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.
FIND PEOPLE YOU CAN COUNT ON AND A LIFESTYLE YOU LOVE
As a Venue Technician, you will provide hands on support for the technical and production needs of shows, functions and events at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. You have experience in audio, lighting, vision and staging equipment, as well as excellent Customer Service and interpersonal skills.
Due to the nature of the role you will be required to work a 76 hour fortnight, with a roster including weekends, based on the events schedule.
You’ll make an impact by:
- Interpreting technical requirements, scheduling information and resources for incoming productions
- Facilitating the setup and operation of audio, vision, lighting and staging equipment for shows, functions and events
- Working with clients to realise the requirements of their events within the capabilities of the venues
- Ensuring infrastructure and equipment are maintained, repaired or replaced to achieve a safe and efficient working environment
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
You are a skilled and motivated individual, with a diverse range of industry experience in entertainment, events or touring shows. You thrive working in a busy and fast paced environment.
You have a strong work ethic, can take instruction and pride yourself on integrity within the workplace. Additionally, you have excellent communication skills and are a team player who continually looks for positive ways to contribute to team culture.
To thrive in this role, you will need:
- Experience and knowledge in the operation of audio, lighting, vision and staging equipment and systems in theatres and convention centres
- Experience supervising and training a range of casual staff and volunteers
- Experience and knowledge of WHS, Risk Management, emergency evacuation procedures related to the operations of a public function area / live theatre venue
- Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
READY TO FIND MORE FROM WORK AND LIFE?
Join us, and help strengthen our community and your career.
Attractive annual salary ranging from $55,871 to $64,930 is on offer.
To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description speak to our Technical and Production Coordinator on 02 6801 4372 to make an enquiry.
Closing Date: 9:00am, Tuesday 11th June 2024
WHY DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL?
At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:
- Find purpose and impact
Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change – and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.
- Find personal and professional growth
You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.
- Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love
Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
- Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
- Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
- Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
HOW TO APPLY
- If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now!
- Please fill out the questions in the application page below.
- On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications.
- Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later. We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you’re ready.
- A panel will assess all applications for suitability against the essential criteria for the position. Once completed, an interview, skills assessment or task and reference checks may be undertaken. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via the email address you supply as part of your application.
