Senior Venues & Events Technician

Whanganui District Council; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Whanganui Venues & Events is seeking a Senior Venues & Events Technician to lead delivery of professional production services across Whanganui venues. From theatres to conventions, you’ll bring live audio, lighting and AV to life and work with visiting artists and touring productions.

You’ll lead casual crew and junior technicians, provide creative technical solutions, maintain systems, and help shape future services through training and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in live events or theatre.
• Advanced proficiency in audio, lighting and AV systems.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and customer service.
• Commitment to safe work practices.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor others.
• Experience in performing arts venues is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live audio, lighting, vision and AV services for a diverse programme of events.
• Work directly with artists, promoters, event organisers and touring productions.
• Lead and support casual crew, volunteers and junior technicians.
• Provide technical advice and production solutions to clients.
• Maintain and improve technical systems, equipment and venue infrastructure.
• Act as a venue technician during performances and events, ensuring safe and seamless operations.
• Help shape the future of our technical services through innovation, training and continuous improvement.

Skills

Live events

Audio systems

Lighting systems

AV technology

Team leadership

Tools

Stage lighting equipment

Audio consoles

Video/vision systems

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Behind every unforgettable show, concert, conference and community celebration is a great technician. Could that be you?

Whanganui Venues & Events is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Venues & Events Technician to help bring some of the region's most exciting events to life.

From touring theatre productions and live music performances, to conventions, civic events and community celebrations, no two days are the same.

This is a hands-on, highly varied role for someone who thrives in live event environments and enjoys the challenge of turning ambitious ideas into memorable experiences and working as part of a team to deliver exceptional event experiences.

About the role

As our Senior Venues & Events Technician, you'll be a key member of the technical team responsible for delivering professional production services across a range of Whanganui venues.

• Deliver live audio, lighting, vision and AV services for a diverse programme of events
• Work directly with artists, promoters, event organisers and touring productions
• Lead and support casual crew, volunteers and junior technicians
• Provide technical advice and production solutions to clients
• Maintain and improve technical systems, equipment and venue infrastructure
• Act as a venue technician during performances and events, ensuring safe and seamless operations
• Help shape the future of our technical services through innovation, training and continuous improvement

About you

You'll bring a strong technical background and a passion for live events. You're equally comfortable operating a mixing console, troubleshooting a technical issue minutes before doors open, or supporting a touring crew to achieve their creative vision.

You'll have:

• At least five years' experience in live events, theatre, audiovisual production or entertainment technology
• Advanced skills in professional audio, lighting and AV systems
• Strong problem-solving abilities and confidence working under pressure
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A commitment to safe working practices and industry best practice
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to mentor others
• Experience in theatres, performing arts venues, conference centres or multi-purpose event venues will be highly regarded.

Whanganui is home to a thriving arts and events scene and some of New Zealand's most distinctive venues. You'll have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of events while helping shape memorable experiences for our community and visitors.

If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise, creativity and leadership can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring events to life. Create memorable experiences. Join Whanganui Venues & Events.

For more information on this role please call Erin Banks, Manager venues & Events on 06 349 3198.

Reference code 6927830