Job Details

Listed

Jul 4, 2026

Location

Melbourne

Salary

$70,000 - $90,000

Closing Date

Jul 18, 2026

National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA)

​Rigger & Venue Supervisor

NICA is seeking an experienced Rigging & Venue Supervisor to support the safe operation of one of the world's leading circus training facilities.

NICA is seeking a Rigging and Venue Supervisor to support the safe operation of our world-class facilities, helping maintain the specialist equipment and infrastructure that underpins exceptional circus education, training and performance.⁠

This technical role combines rigging operations with equipment maintenance, venue readiness and safety compliance. You will contribute to preventative maintenance, emergency preparedness, equipment fabrication and repair, and the safe operation of NICA’s specialist rigging systems and aerial apparatus. The role also supports production rigging and technical operations for performances and events under the direction of the Facilities & Resources Manager.

The position offers a rare opportunity to apply your rigging expertise in a highly specialised environment, working with world-class facilities and supporting the development of Australia’s next generation of professional circus artists.

As part of our values, NICA strives to be diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, women, people from multicultural backgrounds, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and people of all ages.

NICA Ltd is a not-for-profit company established to deliver world-class tertiary education and training for the circus arts sector.

Download the position description here: https://nica.com.au/careers 

To apply, please forward your CV, cover letter and a professional statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria to people&[email protected] by 5PM, 18 July 2026.