Let your lighting design and operation experience shine!
The Venue and Performing Arts Technical Services Team delivers creative and technical expertise across a diverse range of events, including performing arts productions and corporate functions. This role will primarily focus on providing high‑quality lighting operation and design services for our community and commercial clients. There may also be opportunities to support other production areas such as audio, vision, and staging.
About the role
As Venue Technician (Lighting) you will undertake operations, design and maintenance for the delivery of a wide range of events and performances.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
* Deliver creative and diverse lighting services for performances
* Facilitate design and consultation work with clients
* Provide technical support and maintenance to facilities and clients
* Create and develop event documentations and proofs
View the position description for more details about the role.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Qualifications and/or extensive experience in theatre lighting equipment, inclusive of Grand MA2/3 and visualisation software
* Experience in designing, delivering and operating musicals and live entertainment
* A current Queensland C Class drivers licence
* Working with Children Check – Issue of Blue Card and Positive Notice Letter or Exemption Card
* Ideally possess a basic Riggers Certificate, Elevated Work Platform Certificate and experience in theatre sound and/or audio-visual equipment
A pre-employment medical and criminal history check will be required for this role.
About the benefits
This is casual position with an hourly rate commencing at $42.56 per hour plus 12.5% superannuation.
* Salary increase: Annual hourly rate increases and weekend loadings from July
* Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
* Work/Life balance: A supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
* Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
* Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
* Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
About us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
* A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
* A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.