Production Coordinator, Union House Theatre

Production Coordinator, Union House Theatre University of Melbourne Student Union – Melbourne VIC The Production Coordinator at UHT is responsible for providing production and event support for student theatre and the Union House Theatre program. Are You Ready to Energise Campus Life? Join UMSU as a Production Coordinator, Union House Theatre About The University of Melbourne Student Union Inc (UMSU) is a dynamic, for-purpose incorporated association, serving as the representative body for all students at the University of Melbourne. Structured around student control of student affairs, UMSU is governed by an elected Students’ Council and twelve student departments, chosen by and from the student body. Located in the heart of the university’s award‑winning student precinct, UMSU is a vibrant, creative, and diverse social justice organization committed to representing and supporting University of Melbourne students. Our vast arts and culture programs for emerging student artists are run in a state‑of‑the‑art theatre, a professional art gallery, the iconic Rowden White Library, and the Ida Bar – the only student bar on campus. About the role The Production Coordinator at Union House Theatre is responsible for providing production and event support for student theatre and the Union House Theatre program. The Production Coordinator for the student theatre season is a member of a collaborative working environment within Union House Theatre and operates under the broad direction of the Artistic Director/Theatre Coordinator. As part of the production team, the Production Coordinator works with the Head Technician and Stage Carpenter/Mechanist to support a positive student theatre experience. The incumbent will work closely with students in the delivery of performances, ensure that a safe work environment is maintained, and will also maintain UHT’s risk management systems on behalf of UHT staff and students. UMSU provides student‑facing services and events on University of Melbourne campuses, and work is undertaken in person, on site and after hours as required and/or will require some manual handling of equipment. UMSU staff employment conditions are covered by the University of Melbourne Student Union Agreement 2023‑2025 and associated policies, such as the Flexible Work Policy. If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please contact us at ***********@union.unimelb.edu.au. How to Apply? Please view the position description here. All applications should include: A cover letter responding to the key selection criteria (maximum 2 pages of text) A brief CV highlighting relevant experience The names and contact details of 3 professional referees Applications for this position close at Midnight Monday, 26 January 2026 and should be submitted via the Recruitment Form . Key Accountabilities Program Coordination Maintain an active presence to oversee and coordinate all activities within the performing arts venues, including bump‑in and bump‑out, rehearsals and performances; Provide advice on technical equipment and capital requirements; Provide excellent customer service to key stakeholders, that promotes a positive image of UHT, and supports and encourages student use of all venues; Collaborate with the University of Melbourne venue management team in the rollout of the Student Theatre season; Positively contribute to future planning of student theatre programs. Compliance Convene production meetings with all student theatre group users of the venues and workshop, Adhere to OH&S compliance and site inductions as required; Production & Stage Management / Student Engagement Shared responsibility for the production planning, scheduling and resourcing of the Union House Theatre productions and activities, in collaboration with the Artistic Director/Theatre Coordinator and any guest artists; (e.g. designers, composers); Provide technical advice in the programming of Union House Theatre’s workshops, productions and other events; Provide project and stage management advice to student theatre groups; Coordinate and participate in UHT’s production and technical training workshops for students and Student Theatre Groups ensuring OH&S is adhered to; Oversee and support the production management of Student Theatre Group productions; and Provide advice on technical production to Student Theatre Groups as required and advice to students where appropriate; and Administration Update production related documentation, departmental filing systems and information, venue allocation processes and oversee implementation of online resources, as required; Prepare policy, budgets and reports as required. In consultation with Theatre Coord/ Artistic Director oversee Affiliation processes and procedures pertaining to risk management requirements; support with Affiliation System set up and procedures. Key Selection Criteria Essential Skills and Qualifications A degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in technical theatre production and/or broad knowledge and experience in technical and venue operations within performing arts venues. A sophisticated knowledge of the performing arts. Demonstrated experience in stage and production management and design. Demonstrated leadership, organisational, problem‑solving and associated administrative skills. Advanced knowledge of theatre and workplace health and safety, hazard identification and risk assessment. Experience in providing technical training for the performing arts. Demonstrated understanding of relevant computer systems and software. Accredited First Aid Certificate. A valid employee Working with Children Check. Desirable Skills and Qualifications Current Riggers certificate and Elevated Platform training. Current Victorian Drivers licence. Experience in one or more theatre technical disciplines including lighting, audio visual and mechanics / staging. Experience with theatre drafting software eg Vectorworks. Additional information Please note, all applicants will require to hold or obtain a valid Employee Working with Children Check and provide verification of unrestricted working rights in Australia. UMSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, women, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. UMSU acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the land where we operate. We pay our respects to Indigenous Elders past, present, and emerging. Sovereignty was never ceded. This always was and always will be, Aboriginal land. Applications may be assessed as they are received. UMSU reserves the right to withdraw this position at any stage of the recruitment process. Late applications will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr