Performing Arts Technical Coordinator

This role will commence in February 2025 and is ongoing, full-time.

**The successful applicant must**:

- Degree or equivalent experience in Sound and/or Lighting for Live Theatre and Music productions.
- Experience in an education setting would be highly regarded.
- Demonstrated skills in providing the technical services for successful theatrical and concert projects.
- Demonstrated skills and practical experience across a broad range of technical production settings such as, but not limited to, sound, lighting, digital content creation, backstage, rigging eg: patching and focusing of whole lighting rigs including moving fixtures and intelligent LED fixtures; experience sound designing a Live Production.
- Proven track record in effectively managing technical resources at the highest standard - including: people, places and equipment required to deliver a performance event and program.
- Demonstrated experience in working in a theatre/music production environment.
- Ability to draw on an experienced network of professional production contacts.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, document and effectively communicate processes, procedures and guidelines.
- Thorough understanding of OH&S legislation and safe work practices
- Collaborate with the Creative Production Assistants to maintain physical spaces.
- Passionate about supporting young people learning the digital and technical skills involved in theatre production, both informally and formally.
- Anaphylaxis qualification, Asthma Management qualification and Level II First Aid Certificate are required however can be obtained prior to commencing.
- Technical qualifications such as Elevated Work Platform (Yellow Card) License, Working at Heights, Manual Handling Training and Rigging Certification is highly desirable.
- A willingness and availability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends as necessary).
- National Police History Check (obtained within the last 6 months)

St Michael’s Grammar School is one of the leading co-educational, independent schools in Australia, providing exceptional learning opportunities to students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The School is respected for its exceptional education, wellbeing programs and a deep commitment to innovative approaches to teaching, learning and caring. St Michael’s empowers students to approach their lifelong learning journey with courage, confidence and a strong sense of social justice.

Leaders at St Michael’s must be aligned with the School’s ethos, vision and values.

**Key benefits of working at St Michael’s Grammar School include**:

- Stimulating work and learning environment
- Exceptional resources and facilities
- Active Staff Association focused on staff collegiality and wellbeing
- Culture of continuous improvement and celebrating success
- Generous professional development and coaching opportunities
- Access to the Schools on-site café and sporting complex
- Staff benefits and Employee Assistance Program

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Mrs Katie-Jane Miliani on 03 8530 3341.

**Child Safety**

St Michael’s Grammar School is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the School’s website.

All staff at St Michael’s must:

- Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct and complete regular training in Child Safety standards.
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
- Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
- Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge.
- Act as a positive role model for children and young people