Casual Technician

Darebin Council is seeking experienced Casual Technicians who will be responsible for operational and technical support for performances and events.

About the Role

The Casual Technician position is part of the Operations and Technical Team that is responsible for all operational and technical support for the Arts Precincts activities, including performances and events. The Technical team is responsible for ensuring all technical aspects of the venue and equipment are maintained and improved in line with procurement policies and industry standards, and facilitate all technical and production-related operational duties for events at the highest professional standards. Several positions are available in the disciplines of lighting, audio, audio visual and staging. Hourly rate: $44.27 per hour.

Duties

• Provide a high-quality, safe and sustainable technical service (lighting, audio, audio visual, staging) for presenters and hirers of Arts Precincts facilities

• Assist in the delivery of the Arts Precincts’ program of events and activities

• Provide friendly, focused and flexible customer service to hirers, artists and patrons of the Arts Precincts’ facilities

• Ensure a safe and clean environment is provided for all events

Skills & Experience

• Technical competence in one or more technical discipline areas of live performance industry

• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multitask

• Excellent client and artist liaison communication skills, with a broader understanding of the industry sector

• Excellent innovative and creative problem-solving skills

• Be a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated team member

• Experience using Qlab (desirable)

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible working arrangements, Employee Assistance Program, and our recognition and reward program – Appreciate Great.

• Opportunity to work across two iconic cultural facilities in Darebin who present award-winning programs and participate in numerous Melbourne signature festivals throughout the calendar year

• Work for a local government that is committed to its creative community, including current Artist Recovery Packages, to ensure that its creative community organisations and artists survive COVID-19

• Contribute to shaping the vision of technical procurement improvements at Darebin Arts Centre and Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre to maintain competitiveness as two leading metropolitan venues

• Be part of a progressive and dynamic local government authority which is internationally recognised for its forward thinking in sustainability, asylum seekers, indigenous rights and equity for all.

About City of Darebin

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.

Creative Culture and Events plays a vital role in the local arts arena to offer platforms and support for a wide range of local artists to make and present work. Its ever-evolving strategies are some of the most leading edge in Australia responding to the critical needs of the community as they grow and change.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply tab below to be directed to Darebin Council’s career page to view the Position Description and to start your application. Candidates must provide a resumé and must address the six (6) Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Contact Andre Fazio, Presenter Services Supervisor on +613 8470 8890 or email: andre.fazio@darebin.vic.gov.au for a confidential discussion.