Venue Technician at Napier City Council

Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sound Operation, Lighting Operation, Audio/Visual Equipment, Technical Equipment Maintenance, Staff Supervision, Electrical Tagging, Safety Standards Compliance, Inventory Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Napier Conference Center is seeking a passionate, dedicated and experienced individual to join our Technician Team as a part-time Venue Technician. In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering a diverse range of technical services for our clients. Working alongside the Senior Venue Technician, you'll ensure that all necessary equipment, furniture, and sound systems required by our clients are readily available and that the venue maintains full operational and safety standards. You’ll have proven experience operating sound, lighting, and audio/visual equipment and the ability to work independently, ensuring every performance runs smoothly. If you’re ready to showcase your skills in a vibrant and engaging environment, we want to hear from you! Te Āheinga - The Opportunity Ensuring all additional "hired-in" equipment needed by clients is prepared and available at the start of each hire. Training and supervising casual staff for events to ensure they meet both venue and client requirements. Maintaining and regularly inspecting venue technical equipment to meet safety standards, including the checking and tagging of all electrical equipment. Safely storing stage drapes and equipment when not in use, ensuring they hold current fire retardant certifications. Managing stocks of technical consumables within the venue to ensure efficient operation of all portable equipment. He kōrero mōhou - About You Sound knowledge of the “Guide to Safe Work Practices in NZ Theatre and Entertainment Industry Must have previous experience in the use of sound, lighting and audio/visual equipment. Ability to work unsupervised NZQA Level 2 Working at heights First Aid Certificate Current drivers licence Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer 5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service Discounted health insurance work scheme + Eye test subsidy Retailer discounts + study assistance Employee Assistance Program (OCP) Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club Free flu vaccinations (annual) Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka Te Reo Māori language classes This role is a part time position, working 24 hours per week (roster basis) across any day from Monday to Sunday. We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person. He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help! Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training. Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal background checks, with some roles requiring health screening and drug & alcohol testing). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most. Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description Job Description – Venue Technician

Responsibilities

The Venue Technician is responsible for preparing and operating sound, lighting, and AV equipment for clients at the Napier Conference Center. They ensure the venue meets safety standards through regular equipment inspections and supervise casual staff during events.