Tamworth Regional Council | Venues Technician

Venues Technician
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
Develop your own skills across all disciplines Be part of the team that delivers spectacular events in Tamworth Gain experience and learn from some of the country's greatest technicians COULD THIS BE YOU?

Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences?
Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

Council is seeking an eager and energetic individual to work in all areas of live theatre and events, to join our team and contribute to the delivery of the technical and operational aspects of this diverse Division.

As a Venues Technician, you'll be an integral part of our team, responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of audio, lighting, and visual equipment during events.
Your expertise will help create immersive atmospheres and enhance the overall experience for our guests.

The "Venues Technician" role is responsible for:
Delivering the technical and production services to venue hirers and clients.
Ensuring that all technical aspects of the venues and equipment are well maintained, and that client requirements are met satisfactorily with the facilities available.
Working with the Venues Technician Supervisor and Operations & Production Coordinator to ensure all operational aspects of the venues including maintenance and compliance are met.
Operating all technical aspects pertaining to the use of staging, rigging and associated theatrical equipment.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
Ideally we would like you to have a Certificate III in Live Production, Theatre & Events or similar or equivalent relevant experience however this is not essential.
Council is willing to assist the successful candidate with any training or qualifications that are needed for the role.

If you're ready to showcase your skills and contribute to unforgettable moments, we want to hear from you

INTERESTED?
WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU

For a confidential discussion, please contact Robert Elsworthy, Technical Supervisor, on 0428 693 544.

Salary range: Grade 11 - $1,310.30 - $1,417.90 per week plus 11.5% Superannuation for a 38 hour work week, plus relocation assistance.
Penalty rates apply for weekends and regular overtime.
Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

NOTE: Ordinary hours of work shall be a spread of hours across a seven (7) day roster, based on an average of 38 hours per week, not exceeding 152 hours in any four week period.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Apply Now
Applications Close: 11.59pm Thursday, 16 January 2025.

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WHY IS IT 'WORTH' WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play

Flexible Work Arrangements: your work/life balance is important to us.
Approved by mutual agreement according to operational requirements (examples include condensed hours, job share, 19 day months, 9 day fortnights, time in lieu as approved)
Attractive Leave Options
Long service leave after five (5) years Nine weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 18 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave Three weeks sick leave annually Health & Wellbeing leave, Carer's leave, Domestic Violence leave Leave (1 day) for NAIDOC week celebrations for those who identify For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city.

At Council we have the honour of leaving a legacy on our community.
We create and enhance world-class facilities and events.
We develop Tamworth's economy through investment and infrastructure.
We ensure our city is sustainable for future growth and success.

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit.

Council is a giant pathway for forging your career and we prioritise growing our own talent, through training and professional development.
Our Educational Assistance Program provides opportunities to pursue study in a higher-level role or related qualification/field.

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.

Breastfeeding friendly workplace Ideal location with easy access to cycle or walk to work QANTAS Club discounts Free entry to Council's pools Health & Wellbeing programs Social Club Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your immediate family Corporate rate gym membership (participating gyms) Uniforms subsidised Novated leases available to all staff A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW.
Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, 'Blueprint 100', drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas.
Located just 4 hours' drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours' drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you'd expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long-term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy.
In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world-class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups.
If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Tamworth Regional Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children.
Applicants should be aware that where relevant, Council may carry out working with children, police records and referee checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

This position has been identified as 'child related employment' under the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998.
Relevant Working With Children Checks and criminal record checks will be conducted to ensure the suitability of recommended applicants.
It is an offence under the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998 for a prohibited person to be employed in this position.
A prohibited person is someone who has been convicted of a serious sex offence.
Incumbents to this position will be required to make a disclosure as to whether they are or are not a prohibited person.

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