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Head Mechanist

Job ID 10112444 Location Melbourne, Australia Business The Walt Disney Company (APAC) Date posted Jan. 31, 2025
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Job Summary:

The Walt Disney Company is searching for an enthusiastic and experienced Performing Arts Technician to join the Disney Theatrical Group Australia as Head Mechanist.

The Head Mechanist reports to the Technical Director, and is a key member of the management department and oversees a team of Performing Arts Technicians to ensure a productive and enjoyable working environment for the entire touring production.

This role will require interstate and international travel, as well as evening and weekend work.

Experience and Skills Required:

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in Performing Arts Technician or Mechanist in the Performing Arts sector.
  • Oversee a team of performing arts technicians – who manage the mechanical components of our touring musicals.
  • Strong understanding of stage mechanics, rigging, and set construction techniques.
  • Experience in the set up & load out of a physical production
  • Experience in co-ordinating technical aspects of a Play including documentation, maintenance, rehearsals and performances.
  • Programming and executing cues during live performances.
  • Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and effectively in high-pressure environments.
  • Precision in following technical and artistic instructions to ensure production quality.
  • Strong teamwork skills to work effectively with directors, designers, performers, and other technical staff.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines for setup, rehearsals, and performances. • Knowledge of safety protocols for working with heavy equipment, electricity, and heights.
  • Experience in reading and interpreting technical drawings, plots, and manuals.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software for lighting, sound, and video projection.
  • Ability to handle the physical demands of lifting, climbing, and working long hours.
  • Strong verbal and written communication for coordinating with production teams and documenting procedures.
  • Previous experience in a similar role in live theatre, preferably in musical theatre productions.
  • Relevant certifications such as Working at Heights, First Aid, or Electrical Test and Tag are advantageous.

Candidates must be available to commence in the role, in Melbourne, no later than Monday 3rd March, 2025 and be prepared to tour domestically and internationally, long term.

Applications will close on Monday 24th February, 2025

Additional Information:

The Walt Disney Company can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of accommodations that may assist in helping you feel welcome by emailing wdi.careers.au@disney.com

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):

For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).

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