Senior Venue Technician
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Job Summary
- Permanent Full Time
- $87009 Super
- Generous superannuation scheme up to 15.5%
- Excellent staff benefits (salary packaging free gym shopping discounts)
Following an initial recruitment process this role has beenreadvertised.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior VenueTechnician to help shape the future of arts and culture in ourregion.
Saltwater Busselton:
Be part of something extraordinary from the ground up. SaltwaterBusselton currently under construction in the heart of BusseltonsCultural Precinct and due to open soon is a multi-use facilityincluding an A-class art gallery 640 seat theatre and state of theart conference suite overlooking the beautiful Geographe Bay. Weare building a dynamic and experienced technical services team tohelp shape the future of arts and culture in the region.
About the role:
As Senior Venue Technician you will supportour Head of Technical Services to deliver the technical andbackstage operations at Saltwater. You will liaise with clientsregarding their technical requirements for events within the venueincluding business events conferencing theatre shows communityevents and art gallery exhibitions. You will perform the role ofDuty Manager over-seeing events and supervising the technical crewoperating lighting sound and staging.
What youll be doing:
- Rig and operate lighting and audio equipment
- Maintain excellent communication between Technical Services staff and our hirers suppliers other staff and contractors
- Provide technical advice and expertise to our hirers and community users of the facility
- Ensure Risk Assessments are completed prior to every event in the venue
- Maintenance of technical equipment
- Undertake inspections and ensure compliance with Councils WHS policies
- Direct casual theatre technicians to adequately service events at Saltwater
What youll bring to the role:
- A minimum of 3 years experience in a technical theatre/events role
- Proficiency in computer systems network maintenance and a range of computing skills
- A calm cooperative and customer-focused approach
- Proven experience with WHS procedures within the live entertainment industry
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
Pre-employment requirements:
- Current C-class Drivers Licence
- National Police Clearance (obtained within last 6 months)
- Proof of right to work in Australia
- White Card
- High Risk Work licence
Hours and conditions:
Ordinary hours will follow a fortnightly roster across weekendsand evenings depending on what events are scheduled in the venueso flexibility is essential. Overtime penalty rates are payable forweekend work.
Why join us:
Saltwater Busselton is more than a venue - its a culturallandmark in the making. This is your chance to be part of itsfoundation contribute to its legacy and help deliver world-classarts experiences to the Busselton community.
Apply: Please click Applyand follow the prompts. Please attach a covering letter addressingthe above requirements of the role and your current resume.
Enquiries: Sharon Custers Venue Manager Cultural Precinct on (08)or Human Resources on (08) .
Closing date: Applications are invited until4.30pm on Monday 30 March 2026. Screening of applications may takeplace throughout the advertising period.
The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflectsthe diversity of our customers and encourages applicationsfromAboriginal Australians people from culturally diversebackgrounds people living with a disability and people of allages.
Attachments:
- Est 725 Senior Venue Technician January
Required Experience:
Senior IC
