Electrician, QPAC

• Full time term appointment until December 2012
• Performing Arts Industry
• $53,881 per annum plus super

The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is renowned for its presentation and management of performing arts productions, producing and staging special events and festivals, and for involvement as an entrepreneur with major touring productions.

An exceptional opportunity currently exists for a suitably experienced individual to join the Production Services team in the full-time term position of Electrician. Reporting directly to the Electrical Services Coordinator, your main responsibilities will include managing, supervising and maintaining all QPAC lighting and electrical equipment. You will also be required to carry out comprehensive electrical building maintenance and maintain the test and tag of all QPAC electrical equipment in accordance with relevant legislation.

Additional tasks will include technical input on the preparation of tenders for upgrades to building electrical services as well as ordering and purchasing of supplies, consumable stock and equipment for use in the venues and Lighting Workshop.

Proven communication and customer service skills will be paramount in this position as you will be liaising with hirers regarding the safe use of lighting and general electrical equipment.

We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated, experienced individual with well developed communication skills, strong leadership and commitment to safe working practices. As a minimum requirement, a Queensland Electrical Fitter or Queensland Electrical Mechanics Licence is mandatory. Higher Electrical trade qualifications will be highly regarded. In addition, the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends is required.

HOW TO APPLY
The application pack, including the position description and details on addressing the required selection criteria, can be found at www.qpac.com.au/careers/jobs. For any queries, please contact Human Resources on (07) 3840 7425 or (07) 3842 9731.
Closing date for applications is 5pm Friday 16 September 2011.
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer