Live Events Lighting Technician

Council Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing program

Free exercise classes

Discounted gym access

Job summary

City of Whittlesea’s Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC) is seeking a skilled Technician to join our events team. This role focuses on lighting, equipment setup, operation and breakdown to ensure seamless performances.

You will manage lighting, stage machinery and special effects, and work with Riedel Bolero, Allen & Heath dLive and GrandMA3. A strong safety ethos and the ability to troubleshoot live shows are essential; roster includes evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong background in theatre technology with a focus on lighting.
• Experience operating lighting and related equipment for live events.
• Familiarity with industry-standard control systems (Riedel Bolero, dLive, GrandMA3) is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and breakdown lighting systems and related equipment for events.
• Manage lighting, stage machinery and any special effects while ensuring smooth show execution.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain equipment in optimal condition; troubleshoot live shows as needed.

Skills

Theatre technology

Lighting

Troubleshooting live events

Team collaboration

Tools

Riedel Bolero

Allen & Heath dLive

GrandMA3

Job description

City of Whittlesea’s Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC) is seeking a skilled Technician to join our events team. This role focuses on lighting, equipment setup, operation and breakdown to ensure seamless performances.

You will manage lighting, stage machinery and special effects, and work with Riedel Bolero, Allen & Heath dLive and GrandMA3. A strong safety ethos and the ability to troubleshoot live shows are essential; roster includes evenings and weekends.