Civic Centre - Operations and Technical Officer

Civic Centre - Operations and Technical Officer

Posted: 10/09/2026

Closing Date: 09/10/2026

Salary: $84,958.00 - $90,829.00

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Broken Hill

Job Category: Civic Centre

Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the permanent role of Operations and Technical Officer, for its Civic Centre Team.

The Civic Centre is a multi-purpose facility that offers state of the art technology, services and functionality and attracts visiting shows, conferences, meetings and events. The Civic Centre team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the continued growth trend in events in the Broken Hill community.

Reporting directly to the Civic Centre Coordinator, you will provide operational and technical support to the Civic Centre and broader organisation to ensure the success of conferencing, business events, gala dinners, community events and performing arts activities of Council and the community. 

Job Description

Suitable applicants require understanding, competence, knowledge and skills in Live Productions; including stage production, sound mixing and stage lighting systems, maintenance and contractor management, bar operations, event logistics, commercial electrical codes, and ordering and maintaining of consumables levels. You will have mature and proactive communication skills and be proficient in the use of computer software, be a supportive team member, show flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to changing priorities, customer needs, and operational requirements and have a proven ability to independently manage your workflow and take a proactive approach to your work.

As Council facilities are open seven (7) days per week you may need to be available for work Sunday to Saturday, where required. Penalty rates apply for Saturday and Sunday work as per the Broken Hill City Council Consent Award.

The city of Broken Hill is home to a very inclusive community and at Broken Hill City Council we welcome you to join our team moving forward and enjoy the career success you hope for. 

The successful candidate will possess and demonstrate the following:

• Understand all Council staff are one team working towards a shared purpose
• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’
• Commitment to a safe and healthy workplace
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change

Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks Annual leave
• Paid Long Service leave after 5 years continuous service
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off 
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks etc.)
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Clubs

Appointment will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference:  BHCC-EVT-08

Please click on link to Operations and Technical Officer position description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Shannan Botten, Civic Centre Coordinator on (08) 80803322.

To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a two-page (max.) cover letter that focuses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role (refer Position Description) and demonstrates your successes in previous roles. Please upload an up to date resume with at least two current work related referees.

Applications close Friday 9 October 2026 at 5pm.

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People & Culture Department on (08) 8080 3347 or 8080 3346.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.