Technician (Casual Pool) – Burnie Arts

Burnie; City of Burnie; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Opportunities across events

Supportive team environment

Contribute to Burnie culture

Job summary

Burnie City Council is seeking casual technicians to join Burnie Arts’ pool, delivering lighting, audio and AV support across events and performances. This role involves working on a flexible basis to help with venue hires and community activities, with emphasis on safety and high-quality service.

You will contribute to pre-event planning, operate gear on-site, troubleshoot issues and ensure equipment is maintained.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within an arts, entertainment or cultural venue.
• Skills in sound, lighting and audio-visual systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• A proactive, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and pack down lighting, audio, AV and staging equipment.
• Provide technical support for performances, events and venue hires.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Prepare venues to a high standard, including pre-event briefings.
• Maintain equipment and ensure backstage areas are safe and organised.
• Deliver excellent customer service to clients, performers and patrons.
• Support workplace health and safety and compliance requirements.

Skills

Sound systems

Lighting systems

AV systems

Communication

Customer service

Team work

Flexibility

Education

Live Production qualifications

Job description

Are you passionate about live events, technical production and creating memorable experiences? Burnie City Council is seeking skilled and enthusiastic Technicians to join our casual pool at Burnie Arts.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team delivering a wide range of performances, events and community activities across our vibrant Cultural Precinct.

About Us

Burnie Arts is a hub of creativity and culture for the North-West Coast, bringing people together through performance, storytelling and shared experiences. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality events that reflect our community’s diversity and spirit.

About the Opportunity

As part of our casual technician pool, you will be engaged on an as‑needed basis to support the delivery of events and productions. This role offers variety, flexibility and the opportunity to work across a diverse program of performances and functions.

You will provide technical support across lighting, audio, audio‑visual systems and staging, ensuring events are delivered safely, professionally and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and pack down lighting, audio, AV and staging equipment
• Provide technical support for performances, events and venue hires
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise
• Prepare venues to a high standard, including pre‑event briefings
• Maintain equipment and ensure backstage areas are safe and organised
• Deliver excellent customer service to clients, performers and patrons
• Support workplace health and safety and compliance requirements

About You

You are a reliable and adaptable technician who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment. You bring a positive attitude, strong problem‑solving skills and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.

You will have:

• Experience in a similar role within an arts, entertainment or cultural venue
• Skills in sound, lighting and audio‑visual systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• A proactive, team‑focused approach

Desirable (but not essential)

• Qualifications in Live Production, Performing Arts or similar
• Dogman/Rigger licence, EWP, First Aid or Test & Tag certification
• Experience with theatre rigging and lighting systems

Additional Requirements

• Current Driver Licence
• Ability to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Check and National Police Check

Why Join Our Casual Pool?

• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities to work across a variety of events and productions
• Be part of a creative and supportive team environment
• Contribute to a thriving cultural hub in the Burnie community