About the business

Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.

These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.

About the role

The purpose of this position if to lead the delivery of effective and efficient technical and operational need for Civic Centre and Buchanan Park’s venues and venue hirers ensuring high quality production planning, resource management and building equipment and maintenance.

Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.

About You

You will have:

•Knowledge of AV equipment and theatre flying systems lighting desks (Grand MA2) or LSC Clarityand digital sound consoles (Allen and Heath GLD Series Digital Sound Console)

•Extensive knowledge of theatre lighting and theatre riggings

•Extensive knowledge of live audio and mixing a live large band

•Extensive experience in live theatre, venue, production, events and performing/visual arts is essential

•Time management, prioritisation and organisational skills to complete tasks and meet deadlines

•Significant and relevant lighting and sound experience for stage productions, maintenance and repair of nonelectrical theatre equipment

•Effective communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills to engage with a broad client base and management of employees

•Problem solving skills and experience in resolving technical problems prior to escalating to the Manager

•Proven experience operating audio-visual events

•Outstanding customer service skills

•Ability to motivate and lead a team- able to manage the expectations and demands of a number of people and effectively communicate ideas and needs to them

•Highly self motivated

•Ability to think on your feet and work under pressure/tight deadlines

•Adaptability to improvise when faced with unexpected situations

•Use Microsoft Office Suite and operate Council’s corporate business systems

What's in it for you?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

HOW TO APPLY

Fill out Application Form

Submit through Seek, or

Submit online at: https://www.mountisa.qld.gov.au/current-vacancies, or

Email Human Resources on [email protected]

Please note that:

Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.

Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.