Production Manager

Permanent, full time

Salary: $88,639.58 - $104,521.57 + 12% super

Benefits:

Based at the heritage listed Walyalup |Fremantle Arts Centre

Health and Wellbeing program including fitness passport and comprehensive employee assistance program

Discounted membership at Fremantle Leisure Centre

Superannuation co-contribution options for eligible employees

The City of Fremantle is home to one of WA’s most iconic creative hubs, Fremantle Arts Centre. Where we host a diverse mix of exhibitions, performances, and public programs. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate crew that thrives on innovation, collaboration and delivering inclusive cultural experiences for the community. You’ll work in an energetic and supportive environment that values your creative flair, encourages fresh ideas, and gives you the freedom to shape memorable events that reflect Fremantle’s rich cultural identity. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a city that champions the arts, we want to hear from you

The City of Fremantle is seeking a Production Manager to assist in the delivery of production requirements across the City of Fremantle’s Art programs including Walyalup | Fremantle Arts Centre live events, Moore Building Art Space and annual Festivals programs in collaboration with City of Fremantle staff, production crews and contracted services including first aid, security & traffic management services.

Key responsibilities include:

Tasks include, but are not necessarily limited to:

Event Management of diverse range of events including festivals, live concerts, contemporary music, art programs, installations, cultural projects and more.

Technical production management – lead and advise ensuring the effective delivery of all technical requirements including sound, lighting, rigging, staging, FX and AV, both directly and through delegation across the production and contractor teams.

Collaborate and contribute to the venue management and maintenance of WFAC and the Moores Building Art Space. Focus on sustainable operational delivery, safety and venue development projects.

Lead large-scale event delivery by managing all onsite elements at WFAC and Festival sites, including staff, contractors, promoters, creative teams, and resources, while ensuring high standards in planning, scheduling, contracting, and forecasting of all event resources, equipment and technical services.

To be considered for this position, you will need:

Tertiary qualification in event management, production or other related fields. Or extensive experience in event management focused on production and technical delivery for outdoor live events and performing arts festivals including skills in sound, AV, lighting, rigging and staging.

Strong communication and positive team member.

Experience in managing audiences at live events, free & ticketed

Knowledge of current risk management processes and procedures.

Effective time management, ability to prioritise and meet deadlines; Experience developing plans and schedules

Current driver’s license.

Current National Police Clearance, First Aid and CPR Certification.

White Card.

The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 136464.

Application Instructions:
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. The estimated closure date is 5pm on Sunday the 21st of September 2025, but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Sarah Wilkinson, Manager of Arts on [email protected].

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.