Technical Services Specialist (Audio-Visual) in Sydney

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we're heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone.

Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here. At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included.

This role is responsible for managing and co-ordinating all audio-visual, staging and lighting production and technical aspects of the preparation, planning and delivery for functions, events and performances for internal and external customers across the City of Parramatta. Working across a 7-day operation you will be required to work night shifts and over the weekends.

In this role you will:

• Oversee all audio-visual, staging and lighting technical and production aspects of events and performances, ensuring high-quality delivery, safety compliance, and budget management.
• Act as the key technical advisor for Council and external hirers, managing AV solutions, technical service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and client requirements.
• Oversee the maintenance and strategic development of $2M+ in AV and staging assets, drive AV hire revenue, manage procurement, and expand technical service offerings.
• Lead technical planning for capital works and service improvements, analyse client feedback, identify technology upgrades, and implement innovative solutions.
• Develop and manage risk assessments, safety plans, and procedures while fostering a safe workplace and positioning Council as a leader in technical event services.
• Oversee the supervision of a small team of casual technical operators.

We are offering a full-time permanent opportunity, with a competitive remuneration package from $117,540.29 to $129,411.13 plus 12% superannuation. Please note that you will be required to work night shifts and over the weekends.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

• Flexibility: Flexi-time scheme (eligible roles), additional leave over the Christmas period
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (Employee Reference Groups), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, LinkedIn Learning

The successful candidate is someone who brings:

• Significant demonstrated experience in technical/audio-visual services delivery or events production within a live performance / venue environment, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality technical services and solutions for live events (Typically 5+ years experience).
• Strong background in managing and leading teams of technical staff, including full-time and casual audio visual, theatrical and/or staging technicians.
• Extensive knowledge of technical production, including rigging, sound, vision, lighting, staging and special effects.
• Proven ability to ensure the highest standards of client experience, leadership and operational management, and safety in the design and delivery of technical services.
• Sound experience in financial management and reporting including quoting on technical services and equipment.

Qualifications/Licences:

• Tertiary level certification or qualifications in event production, audio-visual technical services design and delivery, or in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience.

As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply. A Paid Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application. If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre-screening questions accordingly and reach out to confirm that your WWCC is in progress.

Council is committed to providing a child safe environment and is guided by the NSW Child Safe Standards | Office of the Children's Guardian. This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo pre-employment compliance checks including a criminal history check and a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.

At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We're building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.