Venue Assistant

7 months ago

Napier, New Zealand Napier City Council Full time

The Napier Municipal Theatre stands as a beacon of Art Deco elegance in Napier, renowned as one of the premier provincials performing arts centres nationwide. Hosting a myriad of international acts and local talents, its stage resonates with cultural vibrancy and artistic excellence.

As a Venue Assistant, you'll undertake the pivotal responsibility of orchestrating the operational logistics essential for the seamless execution of events. Your role is integral in ensuring the venue's immaculate presentation and functionality, thereby enhancing the overall customer experience.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- Consistently maintaining presentation standards across all venue spaces to surpass customer expectations.
- Timely completion of venue setups as per booking instructions, ensuring readiness at least one hour before client arrival.
- Collaborating with clients on-site to address additional equipment needs promptly and efficiently.
- Preserving the integrity of the venue, its furnishings, and equipment, while adhering to proper storage protocols.
- Reporting any maintenance requirements to the Venues Resources Coordinator for prompt resolution.
- Conducting routine checks on lighting systems and ensuring timely replacement of lamps as needed.

**To excel in this role, you should possess**:

- An innate understanding of the events industry or a keen willingness to learn its intricacies.
- Previous experience in venue and event preparation, coupled with a demonstrated understanding of working in a performing arts environment.
- Superlative customer service skills to deliver unparalleled experiences to patrons.
- Flexibility to accommodate varying work schedules, including weekends, evenings, and extended hours aligned with event schedules.
- Physical dexterity to undertake manual tasks associated with venue setup and maintenance.

Please note that this position is a 40-hour work week, spread across any five days, with occasional early morning or late-night shifts dictated by event requirements.

**About Us**

Join the dynamic team at Napier City Council, where we pride ourselves on excellence, integrity, and sustainability, while delivering exceptional customer and community service. As one of Napier's most sought-after employers, we offer more than just a job. How about exclusive retail discounts, discounted medical insurance, and a generous 5 weeks of annual leave after just 2 years of service?

At Napier City Council, we play a vital role in Civil Defence emergencies, and that means everyone on our team may be called upon to support the response. It's an opportunity to make a real difference in our community.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description - Venue Assistant
- Department
- Community Services
- Locations
- Napier Municipal Theatre
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time

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