About us
Geelong Arts Centre is one of eleven Victorian State Government owned creative organisations under the umbrella of Creative Victoria. Since opening in 1981, Geelong Arts Centre has made significant artistic and cultural contributions to Geelong and the surrounding regions.
Geelong Arts Centre is currently undergoing a period of exciting and dynamic change. To meet the cultural needs of a growing population and help secure Geelong’s position as a global city, the Victorian State Government, through Creative Victoria, has committed funding for three stages of capital development. Stage One - the refurbishment of The Playhouse Theatre was completed in 2010. Stage Two - the Ryrie Street Redevelopment ($38.5m) was completed November 2019 and opened to the public on 7th November 2019. Stage Three - The Little Malop Street Redevelopment ($140m) commenced in 2019 and is planned for completion in 2023. This investment will result in a world-class arts facility becoming the cultural heart of Geelong and the G21 region.
Led by a dynamic CEO and Leadership Team, your contribution and expertise will be highly valued. We offer a great working environment in the creative heart of Geelong, working alongside passionate people who are committed to community and the Arts.
About the role
The Senior Technician - Staging is part of a team charged with delivering technical production services to the highest of standards within all Geelong Arts Centre venues and performance spaces. This position is customer focused and supports presenters to achieve excellence in their field, drawing on a high level of skills and experience as a technical operator, together with a comprehensive understanding of Staging equipment and systems.
The Senior Technician - Staging provides specialist advice and assistance in planning and executing production and technical requirements, including tasks to ensure Staging assets are properly stored, maintained and that equipment is operational with documentation maintained.
Essential qualifications and experience
To be successful in this position, you will have:
• Experience working in a large-scale theatre or similar venue.
• Experience loading and operating counterweight fly systems.
• Experience in maintaining safe systems of work, including ability to identify hazards and risks and consult, communicate and resolve OHS issues.
• Ability to resolve issues and convey technical information to people with a non-technical background.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in a Theatre/performing arts environment.
Desirable qualifications and experience
• Expertise with automation and power flying systems.
• High Risk Work License to perform Intermediate Rigging.
Special requirements
• Flexibility in working hours to support daytime, evening, and weekend work will be required as part of the normal hours of duty for this position.
• The following checks, licences and certifications are required for this role:
o Current and valid Working with Children’s Check (employee)
o Completion of HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course, or equivalent, to perform as a First Aid responder. Training will be provided by Geelong Arts Centre.
The employee must provide evidence that they hold current certifications prior to commencing employment with Geelong Arts Centre. The employee must maintain currency of these checks, licences and certifications for the duration of their employment with Geelong Arts Centre.
Position Description
Geelong Arts Centre Enterprise Agreement
Applications close Midnight Wednesday 28 January 2026
Sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!
To apply for this opportunity please click the Apply Now button and provide a cover letter including your ability to meet the key requirements outlined in the position description, and a current CV.
Applicants will be required to undergo police and identity screening. First round interviews will be conducted either face-to-face or online. Geelong Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and values the contribution that diversity brings to the workplace.
Geelong Arts Centre is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children that interact with our organisation. We have zero tolerance for child abuse.
Geelong Arts Centre encourages and welcomes applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders People.
Applications are open to those with full-working rights in Australia.