Casual Theatre Technician

Wangaratta, VIC | $41.67 per hour (includes 25% casual loading) + special engagement + super

An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Casual Theatre Technician to join the Back of House team at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre.

Working in a busy and dynamic environment, you will support the delivery of high quality theatre productions, conferences and business events. The role involves preparing venues for events and performances, as well as bump in and bump out of both small and large scale productions.

The ideal candidate will bring suitable qualifications and or proven experience in theatre operations, with technical skills across lighting, audio, audio visual, staging and mechanist duties. A strong focus on customer service and the ability to work in accordance with industry OH and S standards is essential.

You will be physically fit, adaptable and able to multitask while working to tight timelines. Hours are variable and will include evening and weekend work.

A current Drivers Licence is required. EWP Licence, White Card, Level 2 First Aid and endorsed Rigger and Dogging certificates are desirable.

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. Further enquiries about this position should be directed to Tanya Camplin, WPACC Venue Manager on 0429 939 642

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.  In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

• Your current contact details;
• A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
• A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
• A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion.