That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Senior Venue Technician.
Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.
Join us as a Senior Venue Technician and develop your skills and future career.
Find personal and professional growth
As a Senior Venue Technician at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality events that attract audiences from across the region and beyond. Hosting approximately 150 events each year, the venue brings together a diverse range of performances, productions and functions with many visitors travelling to Dubbo specifically to experience the array of performances, community celebrations, business events, and educational opportunities facilitated at the venue.
In this hands-on role, you’ll help bring performances to life by delivering technical excellence across audio, lighting, staging and vision. You’ll work closely with clients, performers and the internal team to create seamless, professional experiences, while also contributing to the ongoing growth and capability of the venue.
With no two events the same, you’ll build your expertise across a wide variety of productions, take on leadership responsibilities and continue to grow your career in a dynamic and creative environment.
You'll find growth through:
Interpreting technical requirements and coordinating resources for a wide range of productions and events
Setting up and operating audio, lighting, staging and vision systems to deliver high-quality event outcomes
Working closely with clients and performers to bring their vision to life within venue capabilities
Providing leadership, guidance and support to casual staff and building a strong team culture
Contributing to maintenance planning and continuous improvement of technical equipment and systems
What you'll bring
To thrive in this role, you will need:
Solid experience, ability to operate to a high level of competency, computerised lighting, audio, AV and counterweight flying systems
Working at Heights qualification, or willingness to obtain.
High Risk Work Licence Rigging and dogging qualifications, or willingness to obtain.
Foundation Safety for Live Events & Operate Flying Systems, or willingness to obtain.
General Construction Induction Card (White card)
Experience with and knowledge of, Work Health and Safety (WHS), Risk Management, emergency evacuation procedures related to the operations of a public function area / live theatre venue
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
We would also love you to have:
- Diploma or equivalent qualifications in technical/production/project management of events/performing arts in a multi-purpose venue, or an equivalent combination of demonstrated hands-on experience and industry knowledge.
Ready for your opportunity?
Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.
This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $76,485 to $88,889
To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Performing Arts and Events on 02 6801 4370 to make an enquiry.
If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you
This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.
Applications close 9:00am, Wednesday 22nd July 2026
Please Note: Notifications are primarily system generated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and required information.
Considering relocating for this opportunity?
Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience , a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas click the link to find out more.
Why Dubbo Regional Council?
At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:
Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.
- Find personal and professional growth
You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.
- Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love
Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
- Enjoy a 76-hour fortnightly roster, plus generous leave allowances.
- Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
- Find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
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Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.
