Cultural Venues Technical Coordinator

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The Cultural Space and Sector Development section within the Creative City Business Unit is responsible for the implementation of strategic initiatives, projects and programs that support the cultural and creative life of Sydney. The Venue Management section is responsible for delivering exceptional technical services for indoor landmark City Venues such as Town Hall.
 

Core duties

The key purpose of the role is to ensure effective management and strategic oversight of the technical equipment and systems in cultural and creative facilities and landmark venues. We are looking for a technical specialist who can provide expert advice for venues and cultural facilities throughout the full project life cycle from concept, scoping, procurement, delivery, asset management and end of life renewal. You will manage core installed technical systems such as networking, vision, audio and lighting signal transportation including the design, programming and system maintenance of Qsys AV control systems.
 

Essential skills and experience

• Strong production, technical, operational support and project management skills
• Experience in procurement of technical equipment and managing contracts within government agencies
• Experience in the delivery, commissioning and implementation of system upgrades
• Experience with the development and maintenance of asset management schedules for creative venues
• Use your technical experience and excellent advocacy, negotiation and relationship management to ensure end user satisfaction
• High level communication skills, written and verbal, with strong computer literacy

Benefits

• Rewarding role that will contribute positively to arts and cultural life in Sydney
• Work with expert and committed teams to contribute to well maintained and state of the art creative facilities and public venues
• Supportive workplace with excellent conditions, including option to work under a 19 day month arrangement
   

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month. 
 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.
 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 pm, Wednesday, 27 November 2024. 
 

For more information, contact Lauren Simpson, Project Manager - Cultural Venus on 02 8974 4164.
 

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter
   

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 
 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 
 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 
 

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