Senior Staging Technician

Sydney Opera House; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% off onsite food and beverages

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging & discounted health保险

Professional development programs

Staff engagement initiatives

Complimentary tickets to shows

Job summary

The Sydney Opera House is seeking a skilled technical operator to join our staging team. You will lead small crews, operate staging machinery, and ensure safe, high-quality production services for a range of performances.

Successful candidates will have at least three years in professional staging, proficiency with fly systems, and a strong commitment to safety and collaboration across disciplines. An inclusive, dynamic workplace awaits with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in professional staging services.
• Ability to set and construct staging equipment from plans and docs.
• Experience operating staging machinery including fly systems and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level technical staging services to clients.
• Lead small technical teams to ensure efficient outcomes.
• Uphold WHS standards and contribute to WHS awareness.
• Manage and care for technical equipment and contribute to skill development.

Skills

Staging experience

Team leadership

Staging equipment operation

Fly system operation

WHS / safety compliance

Tools

Waagner-Biro CAT4

State Automation State 5

Dogging licence

Job description

Job Status: Ongoing Full Time (38 hours) OR Ongoing Flex Time Contract (30 hours) OR Talent Pool for future ongoing FTE or FTC or Casual Opportunities.

Salary: Base wage of $42.99 per hour plus 15.25% scale penalty and 12% Superannuation Contributions

Applications Close:Wednesday 7^th October 2026 at 11:55pm

Role Enquires: [e-mail]

Online Application Support: Frequently Asked Questions

An organisation where diversity of thought and experience is valued, supported and respected.


THE HOUSE

The Sydney Opera House occupies a unique place in the cultural landscape. A globally recognised icon synonymous with inspiration and imagination, it’s one of the world’s busiest performing arts centres, the nation’s premier tourism destination and a World Heritage masterpiece that belongs to the people of NSW. Driving this incredible place is a team of passionate and dedicated people. Join us in shaping the Opera House’s future and be provided with opportunities to grow and develop while making a positive contribution to our community.

The Opera House is a living work of art. A place of possibility and wonder – on and off the stage. We bring people together to be uplifted, empowered and entertained. As set out in the Sydney Opera House Strategy 2024-2026, our ambition is to be Everyone’s House. To make this real, we are focused on four themes that underpin our organisational values (Creativity, Courage, Inclusivity, Integrity, Collaboration and Care):

• Everyone feels welcome here.
• We better understand and connect with the community.
• We are future-ready.
• We lead and inspire positive change.

For more information about the Sydney Opera House please refer to our website.


YOUR NEW ROLE

This role works as part of a team to deliver the highest technical services in the field of staging. The role is customer focused and supports performers to achieve excellence in their field, drawing on high level of skills and experience as a technical operator and a formidable aptitude for, and comprehensive understanding of, staging equipment and systems. This role leads small technical teams to deliver outstanding theatre and entertainment production services to clients. This role upholds relevant technical and WHS standards and contributes to the ongoing development of WHS awareness at the Opera House. It also contributes to the management, development, care and security of the technical equipment at the Opera House and assists in the development of skills and standards within the Production & Events portfolio that meet presenter and SOH expectations.

Further detailed information about the role and its requirements can be obtained from the role description.


ARE YOU THE ONE?

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:

• Comprehensive skills and experience (minimum 3 years) in professional staging services.
• Ability to set and construct staging equipment and scenery by following plans and other documentation for a wide range of performances.
• Experience in operation of all staging machinery (including hand and power tools) and equipment including fly systems and stage lifts, including Waagner-Biro CAT4 and State Automation State 5 capability. National HRW licence in dogging is also desirable.
• Ability to lead small teams to execute an effective and efficient outcome.
• Ability to interpret and create relevant event documents and implement technical staging production requirements.
• Physical fitness, agility and ability to work at heights and ability to work on a rotating shift basis.
• Good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively within teams and across multiple disciplines.
• Commitment to abide by Opera House policies, particularly WHS procedures including manual handling techniques.
  
  

THE PERKS

The Sydney Opera House give you access to a fantastic range of benefits including:

• 10% off onsite food and beverage outlets like Opera Bar and First Nations restaurant Midden.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave for all ongoing and temporary staff.
• Access to salary packaging and discounted health insurance.
• Access to a range of professional development programs and staff engagement initiatives.
• Staff community groups like SOH Pride, First Nations Staff Network, Sustainable Environmental Action Leaders (SEALs) and more.
• Fitness Passport and complimentary wellbeing programs including pilates, yoga, circuit classes, physiotherapy sessions as well as other wellbeing initiatives.
• Working for an organisation with a 6 STAR Green Performance rating from the Green Building Council of Australia.
• Working for an organisation committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the world’s first arts organisation to join the UN’s Global Compact, an international sustainability initiative designed to build a better future for us all.
• Complimentary tickets to shows.
• And many more!
  
  

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The Opera House is an inclusive employer that recognises everyone is unique. The organisation welcomes you for who you are – as you are. So if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] to discuss. Even if you think you’d be a great fit, but don’t necessarily tick every box in the role description, please get in touch.

We welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, recognising the value, unique skills and knowledge that First Nations employees bring to the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders, people who are d/Deaf and/or with disability, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodiverse, refugees and the LGBTQIA+ community.


SOUND LIKE YOU? APPLY NOW

Please submit your cover letter and CV via our online portal. In addition you will be prompted to answer the following two targeted questions in the online application platform.
Please note 2000 character limit.

Describe your experience in staging and performance delivery within the entertainment industry.

Provide an example of when you worked collaboratively within a team to complete a difficult task. What was achieved by the team and what was your role?

To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential and applicants will be informed of the result.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Your personal information is being collected to enable the Sydney Opera House to assess your suitability for appointment to the position you have applied for. This personal information will be managed in accordance with the Sydney Opera House Privacy Management Policy and Plan.

Applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.