Are you an AV technician looking for a move into the Events industry? This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is at the early stages of their AV career. Preferably, you will already have had some experience within an audio/visual environment, together with an understanding of the technical requirements within a theatre and portable stage environment. Our successful candidate will be a team player; energetic and passionate with an eagerness to learn and grow!

About the role

The focus of your role will be to work effectively alongside clients and contractors in the forward delivery of audio-visual technical services to ensure seamless event outcomes from small events right through to professional touring shows. 

Our successful candidate will take on the challenge of mapping, designing, and setting up of lighting programmes to meet our clients’ requirements, with the support and direction of a senior contractor. You will be required to maintain electrical equipment and perform minor repairs where appropriate, and on the occasion when equipment is hired out, it will be your responsibility to ensure the equipment is up to standard before the hire and that all associated registers are maintained. From time to time you may also be required to assist our Venue Stewards with general facilities management, including the building of staging.  

Our Venue & Events team offer a friendly, flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment where our new team member can bring their whole self to work and thrive.

What you will bring

To be successful for this position you will have: 

• 2 years experience within an audio/visual environment

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to plan and prioritise effectively

• Good understanding of Health and Safety practices 

• Work well autonomously and as part of a team
• Full NZ drivers licence
• Ability to work at heights
• Be fit and capable of lifting 20kgs

Due to the nature of the events industry we will require someone who can demonstrate flexibility and work on a rostered basis, including weekends. Our successful candidate will also be required to hold a site safe/working at heights passport.

What can we offer? 

As well as living in an amazing part of the world, we tick a lot of boxes when it comes to looking after our people. We reward good performance, celebrate diversity, encourage continuous improvement, and treat everyone with respect - honoring the Te Tiriti and practicing Manaakitanga in everything we do. 

Our people enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities, a range of flexible working options, health insurance, life insurance and paid professional memberships. 

With a stunning natural environment, great schools, and short commutes, working with us here at Whāngarei District Council will be the positive change you have been looking for. All you need to bring is your energy, your culture, your skills and experience, your dreams… and make it happen! 

Ready to apply? 

If you are ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, please send through your C.V and a compelling cover letter outlining why you’re a great fit for this role. We understand not all applicants will meet all our preferred criteria. Don’t be discouraged. Please highlight any transferrable skills and life experience you can confidently offer in equal contribution. 

If you have any questions please contact the People and Capability team on 0800 932 463. To apply for this position, go to http://careers.wdc.govt.nz or click the apply now button.     

Applications close 5 pm Wednesday, 8 January 2025.   

Simon Weston

CHIEF EXECUTIVE