Theatre Technician

Division: Community & Recreation

Business Unit: Community, Arts & Culture

Title: Theatre Technician, Casual - Casual Role, 0 hours per week

$41.06 - $47.72 (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + superannuation. 

Who we are:

Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community. 

Join us and you’ll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.

Glen Street Theatre is a busy 400 seat professional theatre, located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, at Belrose in the Glen Street Cultural Hub.  The theatre delivers an engaging annual performing arts program for all ages and tastes. 

Glen Street Theatre is in a state of transformation.  Our program is diversifying, our audiences are growing.  Be part of our next chapter, connecting more artists and with more audiences to share in the special magic that comes with love performance, and all in the comfort of a Local Government owned and operated venue.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone’s business.

Working with us:

Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development.  In this role you’ll enjoy -

• Employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits
• Genuine work-life balance 
• High level of technological innovation and systems 

Our opportunity:
We’re looking for a motivated and skilled Theatre Technician to join our technical services team. This hands-on role involves working across all areas of live production, including lighting, audio, vision, and staging. You’ll be part of a collaborative, professional environment, supporting a broad range of productions and events.

The key focus areas of this role include: 
• Rig, patch and operate theatre sound, lighting, vision and fly system to ensure efficient and high-quality event service delivery.
• Interpret and maintain show specific documentation such as technical plans, patch sheets and cue sheets to ensure accurate event delivery. 
• Complete all post show reporting requirements in required time frames to ensure on time financial settlements.
• Act as chief warden or warden when emergency procedures are activated ensuring safety of patrons, performers and co-workers. 
• Maintain venue condition on a day-to-day basis ensuring the spaces are fit for client use.
• Work collaboratively with all the venue services team ensuring an integrated and high-quality customer service delivery. 

About you:
We’re looking for a Theatre Technician to join our Glen Street Theatre team. You’ll bring technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to a team passionate about making a difference in our community.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Experience working in a theatre, live performance venue, or similar environment
• Working knowledge of lighting, sound, or AV systems used in live production
• A proactive and team-oriented approach to problem-solving
• A strong commitment to safety and venue procedures
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude under pressure
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings and weekends

Additional Information:

• Position Description
• Applications close on: 10 August 2025
• Expected Interview Date: 20 August 2025
• Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Nathan Jones on 8495 5988

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on (02) 8495 5070.