Technical Officer

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality technical services across the Performance Arts Culture Cessnock and its outreach venues. The role plays an important part in ensuring hirers, performers and audiences receive a professional, reliable and enjoyable cultural experience, supporting a wide range of performances, events and community activities.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will assist with the setup, operation and pack-down of technical equipment, providing responsive support to venue users and contributing to the smooth day-to-day operation of the venues. A strong focus on customer service and attention to detail will help ensure events are delivered safely and to a high standard.

The role also contributes to the ongoing care of the venues by assisting with the implementation of the venue maintenance schedule and maintaining accurate asset registers. This includes supporting routine checks, identifying maintenance needs, and ensuring venue assets and equipment are well managed and fit for purpose.

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Please note previous applicants for this position need not apply.

Remuneration

$65,871 - $76,272 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

• Full-time, 38 hours per week 
• Flexible work options which may include a nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 14% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Ongoing training and development opportunities with access to Council's Study Assistance Program
• Corporate fitness program for you and immediate family members 
• Regular wellbeing programs and free annual flu vaccinations
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful office location in the heart of the Hunter Valley

About You

You hold a Certificate III or higher in creative arts, technical production, music, or a related field, with practical experience in creative arts or technical production. You have strong technical skills across theatre systems, including rigging, audio, video and lighting, and understand the demands of live performance and venue operations.

You are a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, able to work independently or in a small team, and have a solutions-focused approach to problem-solving. You are safety-conscious, understand asset management and maintenance within a performance venue, and are available to work evenings and weekends as required.

What's Next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 26 February 2026 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Andrew Bondfield, Performing and Creative Arts Centre Operations Team Leader on (02) 4993 4211

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.