Lighting Technicians

Better begins here

Crown Resorts is a great place to visit and it’s an even better place to work, a place where you can play your part in creating fun, memorable, world-class experiences for our guests and our people. We value passion, optimism, and an appetite for change - for the better. Here, you’ll be part of the team, empowered to explore more, experience more and supported by your leader to grow and develop.

Full-Time Opportunities

The Role

We're seeking experienced and passionate Lighting Technicians to join our Crown Live Theatre team.

Reporting to the Production & Technical Manager, this is a hands-on role responsible for delivering exceptional technical experiences across Crown Melbourne's theatre and entertainment venues. Working alongside world-class productions and events, you'll support day-to-day venue operations and ensure the highest standards of safety, technical delivery and operational excellence.

In this role, you will:

• Lead day-to-day lighting operations across Crown's theatre and entertainment venues.
• Act as the primary point of contact for lighting-related matters.
• Perform technical show duties including lighting console operation, follow spot operation and Duty Technician responsibilities.
• Support show installations, lighting system setup, programming, focusing, testing and pack-down.
• Lead and mentor casual lighting crew and contractors.
• Maintain lighting equipment, infrastructure and technical documentation.
• Support scheduling, rostering and operational planning activities.
• Ensure all lighting operations comply with safety and venue requirements

You'll bring:

• Extensive experience in theatrical lighting, live entertainment or major events.
• Strong knowledge of lighting control systems (GrandMA3, GrandMA2 and ETC IOS), programming and live production workflows.
• Experience leading technical teams, casual crew or contractors.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and organisational skills.
• The ability to interpret lighting plots, technical drawings and show requirements.

Desirable Qualifications & Licences

• Forklift Licence.
• Test and Tag Qualification.
• Rigging or Dogging Licence.
• Current Manual Driver's Licence.

What We Offer You

• Attractive hourly rates & free meals
• Generous discounts across Crown hotels, dining, parking and entertainment.
• Complimentary onsite meals at our 24/7 staff buffet
• A supportive and inclusive workplace that values individuality, diversity and belonging.
• Career development opportunities within one of Australia's leading entertainment and hospitality organisations.
• The opportunity to work on world-class productions and events.

Applications Close: Wednesday October 21st 2026

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