Theatre Technician

Division/Section: community and Lifestyle / Creative Communities

Position Type: Permanent full-time position available

Salary Range: TTMR – Base Salary $89564.94 per annum + super

Location: Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Tuesday 7th April 2026

About the Role:

On average the Civic Theatre has 165 performances per annum equating to an average of three shows a week 52 weeks of the year. The council through its Public Performance Program presents a diverse range of drama, dance, music and opera from national and international artists and organisations.

This position supports the technical unit by undertaking theatre and function set ups, operating theatrical equipment and assisting in the upkeep of Council’s performance venues and systems.

 Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in providing technical support in audio, operation of audio desks and audio equipment and experience in other theatrical systems/fields, e.g. staging, lighting.
• Demonstrated experience working in a technical area in a theatrical and/or live entertainment venue.
• Possess a well-developed understanding of theatre technical systems.
• Demonstrated computer skills particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High Level customer service and communications skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both in a team environment and autonomously.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and skills commensurate with this classification level.
• Perform work with a degree of physical activity and manual labour.
• Current Queensland “C” Class Driver’s Licence.
• Capacity to work flexible hours including weekends.

For further information review the Position Description. 

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program

* The Council contribution to employees’ superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees’ ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

For additional information on this position please email: Rohan – rmt@townsville.qld.gov.au

How to Apply

Your application can be submitted through the ‘Apply’ button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For further information review the Position Description. 

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.