Senior Venue Technician

Saltwater Busselton

Located in the heart of the Busselton’s Cultural Precinct, Saltwater is a new multi-purpose venue featuring an A-class art gallery, 640-seat theatre and state of the art conference suite. We are building a dynamic and experienced technical services team to help shape the future of arts and culture in the region.

About the role

As Senior Venue Technician, you will support our Head of Technical Services to deliver the technical and backstage operations at Saltwater. You will liaise with clients regarding their technical requirements for events within the venue, including business events, conferencing, theatre shows, community events and art gallery exhibitions. You will perform the role of Duty Manager, supervising the technical crew operating lighting, sound and staging.

What you’ll be doing

Rig and operate lighting and audio equipment
Maintain excellent communication between Technical Services staff and our hirers, suppliers, other staff and contractors
Provide technical advice and expertise to our hirers and community users of the facility
Ensure Risk Assessments are completed prior to every event in the venue
Maintenance of technical equipment
Undertake inspections and ensure compliance with Council's WHS policies
Direct casual theatre technicians to adequately service events at Saltwater

What you’ll bring to the role

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a technical theatre/events role
Proficiency in computer systems, network maintenance and a range of computing skills
A calm, cooperative, and customer-focused approach
Proven experience with WHS procedures within the live entertainment industry
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required

Pre-employment requirements

Current C-class Drivers Licence
National Police Clearance (obtained within last 6 months)
Proof of right to work in Australia
White Card
High Risk Work licence

Hours and conditions

Ordinary hours will follow a fortnightly roster, across weekends and evenings, depending on what events are scheduled in the venue, so flexibility is essential. Overtime penalty rates are payable for weekend work.

Why join us

Saltwater Busselton is more than a venue - it’s a cultural landmark in the making. This is your chance to be part of its foundation, contribute to its legacy, and help deliver world-class arts experiences to the Busselton community.

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Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please attach a covering letter addressing the above requirements of the role and your current resume.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

Enquiries: Cameron Malacari, Project Officer - Technical Services on (08) 9781 0834 or Human Resources on (08) 9781 1727.

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4.30pm on Monday, 15 June 2026. Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

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