Venue Technical Manager

The Venue Technical Manager is a hands-on technical leader responsible for delivering high-quality lighting audio staging and AV production. The role oversees safe seamless event delivery collaborates closely with artists clients and crews and provides advanced troubleshooting while maintaining venue systems and health & safety practices.

If youre passionate about technical theatre thrive in dynamic environments and possess excellent problem-solving skills we invite you to be part of our creative team.

This is a senior hands-on role that balances excellent technical delivery with the ability to help coordinate guide and support clients and staff to achieve calm well-run outcomes. You will be trusted to work independently support others and make sound technical and interpersonal decisions in live environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Venue Technical Manager Job Description

• Lead technical and AV pre planning and delivery across all venue events
• Oversee pre-production planning and technical operations
• Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting during events
• Maintain venue systems equipment and safe working practices
• Collaborate with clients artists and crews to ensure seamless event delivery
• Works collaboratively across teams to contribute to a positive communitycentred culture
• This role can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.

About you:

• Experience in technical roles within theatre events or live production environments
• Strong proficiency with lighting audio rigging staging and AV technologies
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to problem-solve under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
• Solid understanding of industry standards and Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to work evenings weekends and public holidays as required
• Confident working independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Experience with rigging and comfortable working at heights
• Current EWP and First Aid certificates (preferred)

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• An active social club
• Learning and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• Wellbeing programme
• Additional leave

About us:

Here at Central Otago District Council we are a team with a common goal to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; its about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.

As a values-based organisation we centre our work on our whakataukī: Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi me pakihiwitahi te tū kia haere tahi ai tātou - Respect each other stand shoulder to shoulder So that we may travel on this journey together.

How to apply:

Ready to jump in Wed love to meet you. Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role feels right for you. Were reviewing applications as they come in so dont wait take the next step today.

To apply please clickapply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

Applications close: 02/10/2026

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