About Darebin City Council Darebin is situated on the Traditional Owner lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people. It is home to many Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, and a large number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people work, live and play within the municipality. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life. Council responds to the many needs of the Darebin community, notably First Nations residents and organisations.

About the Role
The Visitor Services Officer Technician provides technical support and service across the Northcote Town Hall Performing Arts Centre’s spaces to resident companies and producers, artists and hire clients. If you are an experienced theatre technician who is friendly, engaging and loves interacting with creative people, then this role is for you. The main responsibilities of this role include:

• Sound, lighting, staging and AV setups and pack-downs
• Operate sound, lighting and AV equipment during performances and events
• Work closely with producers and artists to solve problems and deliver safe events
• Administration and event planning support

Skills & Experience
• A working knowledge of theatre lighting, sound, AV and stage equipment including related software
• Previous experience in a ‘hands on’ capacity delivering safe and successful events in a performing arts environment.
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate (Darebin can provide this training if required)
• A current employee Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one

Culture
Council recognises, pays respect to and celebrates the long-standing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage within the Darebin community. Through its 2019 Statement of commitment to Traditional Owners and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Council has re-committed to building strong partnerships with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, recognising their values, living culture and practices, continuing spiritual connection to the land and waters and their right to self-determination.

As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.

Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible working arrangements, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.

• Connect with a strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and organisations
• Practise, participate in and celebrate culture, knowing Council respects Aboriginal cultural rights
• Learn and gain knowledge on the job, as part of endorsed work practices for First Nations staff

How to Apply
Please prepare your resume, and ensure it shows how you would be a great fit for the role. To submit your application: click ‘Begin’ below or email it to [email protected]

We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.

Contact the hiring manager, Justin Charleson, Production Supervisor on (03) 8470 8902 or Evander Mitchell, our Aboriginal Employment Officer and Programs Officer on (03) 8470 8872 for a confidential discussion.

Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position. This action constitutes a special measure under section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.

Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.