The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.
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. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council’s Child Safe Commitment Statement.
About the role
Riverside Theatres is seeking skilled and motivated Theatre Technicians to join our technical team, working across our venues at Riverside Theatres and PHIVE.
This hands‑on role suits technicians with experience in lighting, audio, staging and audio‑visual who enjoy the pace and variety of live performance and events. You’ll support a wide range of productions, including theatre, dance, music, comedy, and functions.
The role involves setting up, operating and maintaining technical systems, including lighting, audio, AV and staging, as well as constructing and rigging scenic elements to ensure the smooth, safe and professional delivery of performances and events.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Deliver professional technical theatre services across lighting, audio, vision and staging under the direction of the Technical Duty Supervisor and Duty Technician.
- Set up, rig, operate and maintain technical systems for productions and events, including lighting, sound, audio‑visual and staging equipment.
- Participate in bump‑ins and bump‑outs, including the construction, rigging and operation of scenic and flown elements and fly systems.
- Work collaboratively with production teams to interpret technical requirements and support the successful delivery of performances and events.
- Maintain a safe and compliant work environment by reporting faulty equipment, undertaking general stage duties, and responding to emergencies when required.
About You
The successful candidate should have previous experience operating and delivering technical theatre services for live performances and events, including lighting, sound, audio-visual, and staging.
You will also bring the following essential requirements:
- Current Paid Working with Children Check.
- NSW Construction White Card Certification.
- Tertiary level certification in technical theatre, live performance, or related field, or relevant industry experience.
- Understanding of design principles (lighting, sound, vision, staging), technical skills in equipment setup and operation, and knowledge of various theatre equipment and applications.
- Proficiency in one or more technical theatre disciplines.
Desirable:
- Rigging / Doggers Certification for mechanist roles.
- Test & Tag Certification.
- Elevated Working Platform (EWP) Yellow Card.
What’s on offer
We are offering causal positions with a competitive hourly rate of $41.49, comprising of a $33.19 base rate plus 25% casual loading.
In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
- Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, free parking when available onsite).
- Learning and Development opportunities.
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots).
Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.
Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council’s core values and behaviours.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Daniel Holdsworth (02) 8839 3387 or email dholdsworth_riverside@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.
How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online.
Please attach a cover letter addressing the qualifications, skills & experience required in the Position Description.
Applications close 9pm, Sunday 15 March 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.
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 Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au 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. For more information on Council’s Child Safe Framework please visit Child Safe | City of Parramatta.
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The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.
Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.
