Lead Staging Technician – Live Theatre Expert

Adelaide Festival Centre; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15 staff tickets to performances

10% discount at AFC outlets

Flexible working arrangements

Free annual flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Breastfeeding-friendly workplace

Approved Child Safe Environment

Job summary

Adelaide Festival Centre is seeking a Lead Technician to join the Staging Department. You will lead a staging crew, provide proactive technical support to the HoD, and ensure policy and WHS adherence across productions.

The role requires extensive Staging Technician experience in theatre productions, with the ability to repair, test and install venue equipment, plus leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in staging/theatre tech and WHS knowledge.
• Certificate III or IV in related field or demonstrable experience.
• Comprehensive WHS and safety training completed.
• Elevated Work Platform certificate current.
• Class C Drivers Licence with driving record suitable for venue operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pre-production, bump-in/out, rehearsals and performances at AFC venues.
• Interpret client requirements with Production Coordinators; prepare pre/post-show paperwork.
• Maintain knowledge of technical capabilities across AFC venues.
• Manage equipment care, damage checks and arrange internal or external repairs.
• Work independently to set up and run performances and events; resolve issues on the day.
• Educate/train staff in staging and safe work practices; supervise the team.
• Design grid plots and plan staging for upcoming productions in collaboration with HoD.

Skills

Staging

Team leadership

OH&S knowledge

Live theatre tech

Electric/rigging awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate III or IV

Tertiary qualification in theatre tech

WHS training

Tools

Elevated Work Platform

Class C Driver Licence

Rigging ticket

Dogman

Forklift (HRW LF)

Job description

Adelaide Festival Centre is seeking a Lead Technician to join the Staging Department. You will lead a staging crew, provide proactive technical support to the HoD, and ensure policy and WHS adherence across productions.

The role requires extensive Staging Technician experience in theatre productions, with the ability to repair, test and install venue equipment, plus leadership and mentoring capabilities.