Technical and Production Manager

About the Opportunity

This role combines strong technical expertise with people leadership. You will lead, mentor, and support a team of five permanent staff and a pool of casual technicians, fostering a positive, high-performing team culture while providing technical oversight and hands-on expertise across audio, lighting, vision, staging, and production systems.

The HEART is one of Western Australia’s leading regional performing arts venues, and this role plays a central part in maintaining its reputation for professional technical delivery. The Technical & Production Manager is a key leadership role within the operational structure of Nala Bardip Mia – Margaret River HEART, employed by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River. This role ensures that every event, from community workshops to major touring productions, is delivered safely and to the highest technical standard.

Nala Bardip Mia – the HEART is Our Story House. We are looking for someone who understands what that means — not just as a name, but as a responsibility. This is a venue that belongs to its community, and we are seeking a Technical & Production Manager who will lead with that understanding.

The right person will be technically exceptional and genuinely passionate about the craft of live production. They will also be a leader who enhances the performance of those around them, notices when a team member is struggling, creates space for growth, and builds a culture where everyone feels they belong. As the HEART continues to strengthen its team and deepen its connection to the community it serves, this is a genuinely exciting time to join. If that sounds like you, we would love to talk.

Details

Job Title: Technical & Production Manager (HR38/26)

Location: Nala Bardip Mia – Margaret River HEART, Western Australia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: IA Level 8 $100,401 to $108,677

Direct Reports: 5 permanent staff and a pool of casual technicians

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of permanent staff and casual technicians to ensure high-quality technical production services.
• Collaborate within the HEART’s co-management model, working closely with Arts Margaret River and colleagues across the Shire.
• Oversee rostering, skills deployment, and leave coverage to maintain service continuity across all event types.
• Develop and manage operational plans and budgets, including financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
• Build strong, professional relationships with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

To apply

To apply, please complete the application and upload your:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Supporting documents, e.g. qualifications

For questions about the role

Please contact Stephanie Binns 08 9780 5247

Applications close

15 April 2026 at 4pm.

Andrea Selvey, CEO