Production Technician (Seasonal Contract)

HOURS Seasonal, Fixed Term – Rostered hours between 06:00 – 00:00 Monday to Sunday. 

AVAILABLE CONTRACTS

• 1 x 13 week contract from 16/9/24 – 14/12/24 
• 2 x 5 week contracts from 11/11/24 – 24/12/24 
• 1 x 5 week contract from 04/11/24 – 21/12/24 

  ABOUT CARRIAGEWORKS    

Carriageworks is one of Australia’s most renowned and significant contemporary multi-arts organisations. We support artists and producers to develop and present major new works in performance, visual arts and related art forms. Reflecting the diverse communities of urban Sydney, our artist-led program is ambitious, radical and always inclusive.  

CARRIAGEWORKS VALUES      

• Respect Each Other: Everyone is welcome. Everyone’s voice is important. We learn from each other by listening with empathy and care.      
• Share The Journey: Support others to be their best. We act with integrity and trust. We are collectively responsible.      
• Be Adventurous: Embrace creativity. We search for courageous ideas and new opportunities.       
• Take A Long View: Respect country, prioritise sustainability and nurture new ways of thinking out of old. We lay foundations for generations to come.     

OPPORTUNITY  

Carriageworks Production Technicians provide frontline service to clients, artists and production teams at Carriageworks with a strong focus in lighting, audio, staging and or vision. Working within the Event and Production Teams, under the direction of the Production Manager/Technical Manager, Production Technicians provide technical support and are part of the delivery team responsible for the Carriageworks Artistic, Commercial and Event Programs. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/DAY TO DAY 

• Apply technical skills in the staging of assigned productions, exhibitions, and events. 
• Provide high level customer service and practical assistance to ensure a positive experience for clients, artists and visiting companies. 
• Provide clients, artists and visiting companies with appropriate information and technical support for effective use of Carriageworks. 
• Ensure productions adhere to all WHS requirements. 
• Monitor the usage of equipment, maintain appropriate records, and ensure proper and safe use of all equipment. 
• Assisting in safety management and conducting safety inductions when required. 
• Conduct opening and closing venue procedures and daily reporting when required. 
• Assist with the maintenance and turnaround of theatre venues between productions. 
• Ensure the tidiness and good order of back-of-house spaces. 
• Other responsibilities as determined within the scope of this position. 

PREFERRED CRITERIA   

• Experience in the live performance industry and a sound understanding of key elements of live production. 
• Practical technical experience in one or more production areas, including lighting, audio, vision, staging and/or rigging. 
• Demonstrated experience working within a technical team. 
• Commitment to high level, solution-focused customer service. 
• Flexible approach to working hours, including the capacity to work evenings and weekends. 
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and having demonstrable interpersonal and verbal communication skills including advocacy, negotiation, and conflict resolution. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S). 

DESIRABLE CRITERIA 

• EWP, forklift, and/or rigging licenses. 
• Test and tag certification. 
• First aid certification. 
• Drivers license. 

At Carriageworks, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that mirrors the creativity and dynamism of the arts we champion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@carriageworks.com.au outlining your experience against role responsibility areas. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. 

 Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be arranged throughout the application process, so don’t delay.