The role oversees safe, seamless event delivery, collaborates closely with artists, clients, and crews, and provides advanced troubleshooting while maintaining venue systems and health & safety practices. It involves strong collaboration with clients, artists, touring crews, and internal teams, alongside responsibility for maintaining venue systems, documentation, and health & safety practices.
If you're passionate about technical theatre, thrive in dynamic environments, and possess excellent problem-solving skills, we invite you to be part of our creative team.
This is a senior, hands-on role that balances excellent technical delivery with the ability to help coordinate, guide, and support clients and staff to achieve calm, well-run outcomes. You will be trusted to work independently, support others, and make sound technical and interpersonal decisions in live environments.
About You:
- Experience in technical roles within theatre, events, or live production environments
- Strong proficiency with lighting, audio, rigging, staging, and AV technologies
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to problem-solve under pressure
- Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
- Solid understanding of industry standards and Health & Safety regulations
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required
- Confident working independently and collaboratively
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
- Experience with rigging and comfortable working at heights
- Current EWP and First Aid certificates (preferred)
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Dog friendly workplace
- An active social club
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive team culture
- Wellbeing programme
- Additional leave
About Us:
Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.
As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.
How to Apply:
Ready to jump in? We’d love to meet you. Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role feels right for you. We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait — take the next step today.
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
Applications close 27/03/2026
Any enquiries about this role please email: people@codc.govt.nz
