Theatre Administrator/ Technician Assistant

Theatre Admin/Technician Assistant
Buller District Council | Westport, New Zealand
30 hours per week | additional hours may be required to cover busy periods and staff leave Rostered across
Monday – Sunday, including evenings and weekends

Join the Buller District Council Team! | Hono atu ki te roopu Kaunihera a rohe o Buller!

Are you passionate about theatre, film, and creating unforgettable audience and customer experiences. Do you thrive in vibrant, community-focused environments where no two days are the same?

Who are we? | Ko wai tatou?

At Buller District Council, we are a dedicated, customer-focused team committed to maintaining the beauty of our region—from Karamea to Punakaiki and inland to the environs of the Inangahua and Reefton regions. This is your unique opportunity to step into the wilderness and make a tangible difference in the Buller District. If you possess the expertise and a proactive attitude to deliver exceptional service to our community, we’d love to hear from you!

What Will You Do? | Ka aha koe?

In this hands-on, varied role, you’ll work closely with our Theatre Manager, audiences, and stakeholders to increase visibility and usage of our theatre and cinema spaces, ensuring they remain welcoming, inclusive and buzzing with life.
Key Responsibilities include:

• Customer Service & Administration: From ticketing and bookings to liaising with promoters, managing cash handling, and handling general enquiries with professionalism and care.

• Technical Theatre & Cinema Operations: Delivering lighting, sound, and projection support for live shows, events and screenings. You'll also manage movie scheduling and playlists and help train others in technical operations.

• Food & Beverage Sales: Supporting the onsite shop with food handling, stock control, and licensed alcohol service.

• Community Engagement: Leading our digital and in-person promotional efforts including weekly radio interviews, poster drops, newsletters, and social media content.

• Facility Cleaning Duties: Helping maintain our venues to a high standard — ensuring they are clean, welcoming and event-ready at all times.

Who Are You? | Ko wai koe?

We’re seeking someone with:

• Previous experience in a customer service, reception, or call centre environment

• Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills

• Strong computer literacy and administrative capabilities

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to problem-solving

• A positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement

Desired skills:

• Experience with lighting/sound systems and digital consoles

• Familiarity or a desire to learn cinema projection and scheduling (e.g. Veezi, KDMs)

• Knowledge of Health & Safety, especially in event environments

• Duty Manager Licence and Working at Heights certification, or the ability to obtain these

Why Join Us? | He aha te hono mai ki a mātau?

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team with a high focus on wellbeing

• Play an important role in shaping your local community

• A chance to be part of a creative, passionate team making a real impact in the Buller community

• Thrive in a values-driven workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and professional development
through various learning opportunities, benefits, and recognition

Our Mission | To tatou misioni

To serve the residents of the Buller district, conscious of their needs, by providing facilities and services and creating an appropriate environment for progress and development while preserving the distinctive natural environment, as well as the cultural and historical environments.

If you're ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!

All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email: [email protected]

Applications close: Wednesday the 7th of May 2025