Job Details

Listed

Aug 4, 2025

Location

Western Australia

Salary

$90,000 - $100,000

Closing Date

Aug 22, 2025

Contact Name

Fiona de Garis

Contact Email Address

hello@bunburyentertainment.com

Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre

Technical Manager

Looking to take a step up or a fresh challenge? Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre in South West WA is looking for their next Technical Manager.

ABOUT YOU & THE ROLE   Looking to take a step up in your career? Or for a fresh challenge in a role where your leadership, expertise, and ideas will truly make a difference?

We’re seeking a capable technical professional with experience in live performance and events to head up BREC’s Technical Team – a dedicated production crew delivering a year-round program of theatre, music, film, festivals, conferences and more.

As Technical Manager, you’ll be hands-on; managing people, productions, systems and equipment across our venues, and ensuring everything runs safely, smoothly and is delivered with excellence.

Based in Bunbury — Western Australia’s second city, with the heart of a country town and surrounded by pristine waters — this is your chance to join an organisation that punches well above its weight. BREC is known across WA for its high standards, ambitious programming, and strong community connections.

You’ll lead and support a skilled and passionate team, build meaningful relationships with artists and clients, and play a vital role in delivering exceptional experiences for thousands of people each year.

If you’re ready to bring your A-game to a role that’s as rewarding as it is demanding, we’d love to hear from you.

ABOUT US   The Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC) is a beloved, multi-award-winning performing arts and conference venue that has been at the heart of Bunbury and the South West since 1990.Owned by the City of Bunbury and managed by a not-for-profit association with an active volunteer Board, BREC includes a 790-seat main auditorium, a 242-seat studio theatre, and a suite of flexible conference and event spaces.

Our purpose is simple and powerful: to bring people together to share exceptional experiences. Each year, we deliver a diverse mix of business events, live performances, film festivals, creative learning, community engagement and regional performance industry capacity building — attracting patrons and participants from across the region and beyond.

We’re passionate about the role arts and culture play in building a thriving, inclusive community. We are committed to being a diverse and culturally safe workplace and warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disability.

TEAM OBJECTIVES  The Technical Services Team is at the heart of delivering BREC’s vibrant year-round program of live performance, film festivals, conferences, meetings and community events. Multi-skilled across lighting, sound, AV and staging, the team ensure every event and show runs safely, smoothly and with technical excellence.

Through responsive, professional service and strong collaboration with artists, clients, schools, community groups and other stakeholders, the team plays a vital role in shaping BREC’s reputation — helping position Bunbury as a dynamic cultural destination and contributing to the creative and economic life of the region.

BREC VALUES   Evolve and thrive. Champion Respect. Together.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in technical production or performing arts, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Experience supervising, teaching or mentoring technical or production teams in a performing arts, entertainment, or live events environment.
  • Strong skills in at least one core technical area (e.g. lighting, audio, AV or staging) and demonstrated ability to lead planning for and delivery of productions of varying scale and complexity.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, values-led approach and a demonstrated commitment to cultural safety, teamwork, and contributing to strategic goals.
  • Demonstrated understanding of workplace safety legislation and practices, including risk assessment, incident management, and delivery of staff inductions and toolbox talks.
  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills, including managing budgets, equipment and asset registers, and maintaining compliance documentation.
  • Experience managing venue IT systems or technical infrastructure, including coordination with external service providers and planning for future needs.
  • DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Experience in additional technical disciplines beyond your primary area — such as lighting, sound, AV, cinema, staging, or conferencing.
  • Demonstrated experience in rostering, onboarding, and performance management of staff.
  • Qualifications or licenses such as Senior First Aid, Test and Tag, Rigging, EWP, Working at Heights, or a current driver’s licence.
  • Experience contributing to operational or strategic planning, and/or participation in organisational leadership or development initiatives.
  • A full position description is available from BREC’s website

    TO APPLY  Please email to careers@bunburyentertainment.com:

    1. A cover letter (maximum of two pages) outlining your suitability and interest in the role. Tell us why this is the job for you!

    2. Your Resume with three professional referees.

    DEADLINE  10am Friday 22 August 2025. Please note, we may fill the role before this date, so early applications are recommended.

    START DATE September 2025 or as negotiated

    CONTACT Enquiries to Fiona de Garis, Executive Director hello@bunburyentertainment.com or call 08 9792 3111