Position Overview
As Production & Technical Lead, You play a key role within NORPA's small team, helping to shape and deliver our new program and business model as we establish our new home, The Joinery, and implement our Strategic Plan presenting high quality theatre throughout the region.
The functions of this role have been delivered by various contractors in recent years while NORPA rebuilt following the 2022 floods. NOW, with an exciting 2026 program ahead and The Joinery space coming online, we're seeking a skilled, passionate, and hands-on production professional to bring technical leadership, operational expertise, and creative problem-solving to our next chapter.
About the role
You will oversee the technical and production requirements across NORPA's program, assets and production venues/sites across the region and beyond. Working closely with the artistic/creative teams, You will be responsible for:
* Planning and delivery of the technical aspects of NORPA's activities including the establishment of The Joinery spaces;
* Overseeing safe and inclusive labour and crew operations;
* Leading technical delivery for all NORPA performances, events, and creative developments;
* Managing NORPA equipment and assets; and
* Supporting the day-to-day operations and functionality of NORPA's programs and asset locations.
About you
You are a creative and capable production professional who loves live performance and has a drive for excellence. You thrive in collaborative environments, bring calm and confidence under pressure, and have the technical and leadership skills to turn creative visions into reality.
You bring:
* Broad technical production knowledge, with strengths in one or more areas such as lighting, audio, projection, staging, or venue management;
* A problem-solving mindset, able to find innovative solutions within creative, time and/or financial constraints;
* Leadership, communication and team-building skills;
* Understanding of theatre-making processes and experience in supporting the production needs of artists, creative projects and idea development.
* A collaborative spirit and readiness to help shape NORPA's next phase in building a creative hub in regional Australia.
How to Apply
Please send your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and CV to
More info
Applications close 8 December 2025