Lead Theatre Technician Production

Lead live performances and events! Join Redland City Council as Lead Theatre Technician, driving sound, lighting and staging to top industry standards

Permanent Full Time – 38 hours per week

$76,958.92 Annually + up to 13% super   

RCC Employees’ Grade 5 

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… in a truly special place.

Join our team as our Lead Theatre Technician (Production)!

Are you passionate about delivering top-notch technical experiences for live performances, exhibitions, and community events? At the Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) and Redland Art Gallery (RAG), you’ll take the lead in sound, lighting, staging, and audio-visual production – helping bring unforgettable moments to life while ensuring the highest technical and safety standards. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading technical teams to deliver live events to the highest industry standards.
• Acting as Technical Duty Supervisor during productions and events.
• Carrying out a broad range of technical duties, including design, vision, staging, and set construction.
• Providing technical documentation and ensuring the correct setup, operation, and maintenance of all equipment and systems.
• Championing a strong safety culture by coordinating WH&S practices and participating in training and inductions.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, community clients, and artists to deliver an exceptional visitor and artist experience.

Skills and experience:

• Proven experience delivering high-quality, industry-standard technical services.
• Strong commitment to excellence in customer service.
• Confident supervising others and making sound decisions under pressure.
• Solid knowledge of current theatre equipment, systems, and practices.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and multi-disciplinary team environment.

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying – it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role:

• Permanent full-time opportunity based in Cleveland at RPAC, with occasional work at RAG.
• Work in a creative, collaborative environment where no two days are the same.
• Be part of a passionate, supportive technical team bringing high-quality productions to life. 

More reasons to love working with us:

• 17.5% annual leave loading + Christmas ex-gratia day
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options
• Access to development and study assistance programs
• Discounts with 400+ retailers and fitness providers
• Flexible working options through RedFlex – our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work

View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are:

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events – we support the city’s day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,000 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

Guided by our Values, we’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our careers page to learn more and read the stories of our incredible team.

Eligibility

• You’ll hold a current C Class Driver’s Licence.
• You’ll have a certificate 3 in Live Production and Technical services, or suitable entertainment industry experience, or trade or tertiary qualification.
• You’ll be available to work as per operational requirements in conjunction with the scheduling of venue/s within the allotted Full-Time hours per week, which may or may not include pre-determined rosters during evenings and weekends.
• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory criminal history check. 
• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?

Click Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees). Please include:

• A one-page cover letter• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications.

Specific information on the position (201574) can be obtained by contacting the Technical Services Manager on (07) 3829 8131.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 08/09/2025.

At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.

Applications will not be accepted from a third party.