Venue Technical Manager

Central Otago District Council; Cromwell Community; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Otago District Council is seeking a senior Venue Technical Manager to lead lighting, audio, rigging and AV across the venue's events. This hands-on role delivers high-quality technical outcomes while collaborating with artists, clients and crews to ensure seamless, safe performances.

You will coordinate pre-production, supervise operations and maintain venue systems, working evenings, weekends and public holidays as required, in a supportive, community-focused team.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical roles within theatre, events, or live production environments.
• Proficiency with lighting, audio, rigging, staging, and AV technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Current EWP and First Aid certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and AV pre planning and delivery across all venue events.
• Oversee pre-production, planning, and technical operations.
• Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting during events.
• Maintain venue systems, equipment, and safe working practices.
• Collaborate with clients, artists, and crews to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Works collaboratively across teams to contribute to a positive, community-centred culture.
• This role can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.

Skills

Lighting & AV

Rigging & Staging

Troubleshooting

Communication

Health & Safety

Tools

EWP Certification

First Aid Certificate

Job description

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The Venue Technical Manager is a hands-on technical leader responsible for delivering high-quality lighting, audio, staging, and AV production. The role oversees safe, seamless event delivery, collaborates closely with artists, clients, and crews, and provides advanced troubleshooting while maintaining venue systems and health & safety practices.

If you're passionate about technical theatre, thrive in dynamic environments, and possess excellent problem-solving skills, we invite you to be part of our creative team.

This is a senior, hands-on role that balances excellent technical delivery with the ability to help coordinate, guide, and support clients and staff to achieve calm, well-run outcomes. You will be trusted to work independently, support others, and make sound technical and interpersonal decisions in live environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Venue Technical Manager Job Description

• Lead technical and AV pre planning and delivery across all venue events
• Oversee pre-production, planning, and technical operations
• Provide hands-on support and troubleshooting during events
• Maintain venue systems, equipment, and safe working practices
• Collaborate with clients, artists, and crews to ensure seamless event delivery
• Works collaboratively across teams to contribute to a positive, community-centred culture
• This role can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.

About you:

• Experience in technical roles within theatre, events, or live production environments
• Strong proficiency with lighting, audio, rigging, staging, and AV technologies
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to problem-solve under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
• Solid understanding of industry standards and Health & Safety regulations
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required
• Confident working independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Experience with rigging and comfortable working at heights
• Current EWP and First Aid certificates (preferred)
• Flexible working arrangements
• An active social club
• Learning and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• Additional leave

About us:

Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.

As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.

Any enquiries about this role please email: ******@codc.govt.nz