Cessnock City Council has a rare and unique opportunity for an experienced technician to join our passionate Performance Arts Culture Cessnock team in delivering high quality technical services.This position will require you to draw upon your experience and technical knowledge in creative arts or technical production to deliver all technical operations including, preparing, planning, maintaining and deploying the venue''s audio, lighting and staging assets to support local, professional and community events. This position is also responsible for implementing maintenance schedules for all technical tools and equipment to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, industry guidelines, Australian standards and codes of practice.This role requires you to be able to work in accordance with a roster which includes weekends and evening work.The BenefitsFull-time, 38 hours per weekMonthly RDO12% superannuationSalary packaging option of novated leasing available for permanent staffGenerous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 yearsOngoing training and development opportunities including access to Council''s Study Assistance programGenerous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family membersWeekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on siteFree parking on-siteBeautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!About YouTo be considered for this role, you must hold a Certificate III or above in the field of creative arts, technical production, music or other relevant equivalent discipline. You will bring experience working in creative arts or technical production, and have demonstrated knowledge of creative arts, venue operations and technical production. In addition to your technical knowledge, you will have excellent problem solving, teamwork and interpersonal skills.What''s Next?We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume.Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.Pre-Employment ScreeningPlease note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.About UsAt Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We''re committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.Applications Close: Thursday 13 February 2025 at 11.30pmWho to Contact: Andrew Bondfield, Performance Arts Culture Cessnock Team Leader on (02) 4993 4211You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Technical Officer