Senior Theatre Technician - Lighting

Experienced Lighting Technician wanted to support live performances and events at RPAC and RAG. Permanent part‑time with flexibility.

Permanent Part Time – 25 hours per week

$37.26 Hourly  + 13% super  

RCC Employees’ Grade 4  

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index – confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Join our team as a Senior Theatre Technician – Lighting

Are you passionate about delivering high‑quality lighting services in a live performance environment? If you have strong hands‑on lighting experience and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, collaborative technical team, we invite you to apply for the Senior Theatre Technician – Lighting position at Redland City Council.

This role supports events and productions across the Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) and Redland Art Gallery (RAG) working with professional and community clients to deliver safe, seamless and high‑quality outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering professional lighting and technical services for events and productions across RPAC and RAG.
• Interpreting and executing lighting and technical production requirements.
• Setting up, operating, fault‑finding and maintaining lighting systems and associated production equipment.
• Supporting bump‑in, bump‑out and event operations.
• Providing technical guidance and supervision to entry‑level technicians as required.
• Acting as Technical Duty Supervisor when required.
• Working collaboratively with team members, clients and other Council departments.
• Ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and industry standards.

Skills and experience:

• Demonstrated hands‑on technical experience within the Creative Arts or similar industries.
• Strong lighting experience within a live performance, venue or events environment.
• High‑level knowledge of contemporary theatre lighting equipment and systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, hands‑on team environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills when working with internal and external clients.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety practices in performance and venue settings.
• Relevant entertainment industry, trade or tertiary qualifications, along with experience using hand and power tools in a theatre or events environment, will be highly regarded but are not essential.
• Current or previous industry‑related certifications and tickets are desirable but not essential, and may include Test and Tag, Rigger’s, Elevated Work Platform (EWP), Scaffolding, Work at Heights, Level 2 First Aid, Working with Children Check (Blue Card), and experience using CAD programs such as Vectorworks.

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 stands out:

• Part‑time hours supporting work‑life balance around venue operations.
• Put your skills to work using your specialist lighting experience.
• Join a collaborative, experienced technical services team.

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty – Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
• Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.
• Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.
• Optional purchased leave available after probation.
• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

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 1,200 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 about the stories of our incredible team.

Eligibility:

• You’ll hold a current C class driver’s licence.
• You’ll be available to work flexible hours in line with venue operations, including evenings and weekends.
• You’ll have demonstrated hands‑on experience within the Creative Arts or similar industries.
• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 
• 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; and
• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.

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

For more information about this position (201745), please contact Monique Silversides on (07) 3829 8583.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 06/05/2026.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community. 

To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting [email protected]