Since 2014, The Star Gold Coast has undergone a remarkable evolution. Our mission, to create fun at trusted destinations, has resulted in an unparalleled experience. Guests indulge in lavish stays at The Star Grand's revamped five-star hotel rooms, the opulent suites of The Darling, and Australia's pioneering Dorsett Hotel. Culinary delights await at award-winning venues including Nineteen at The Star, Kiyomi, and Mei Wei. Entertainment options are abound with live concerts, theatre performances, Events Centre gatherings, outdoor "Live on the Lawn" events, and world-class DJ sets at Atrium Bar. The Star Gold Coast is where relaxation seamlessly intertwines with thrilling entertainment.

Are you an experienced mechanical and rigging professional with a passion for theatre? The Star Gold Coast is looking for a Head Mechanist to join our team and provide crucial support for theatre projects during pre-production and run periods. This role offers the opportunity to work in an exciting and evolving environment, collaborating with the Theatre & Audio-Visual Operations Manager, Technical Manager, and other hirers to ensure smooth operations and top-tier production standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your technical events experience across various productions at The Star Gold Coast.

A few of your responsibilities:

• Oversee mechanical maintenance, repair, and stock management, ensuring smooth operation of rigging, fly systems, and set movement.
• Supervise and roster mechanist team members for efficient load-in/load-out, and provide training to maintain production standards.
• Implement and update Workplace Health & Safety policies, and advise on mechanical aspects of design and equipment upgrades.

What are we looking for:

• Previous experience as a Head Mechanist working in a live theatre or concert environment, with a background in Rock and Roll or theatre highly regarded.
• Intermediate Rigging ticket and EWP licence (required).
• Forklift licence
• WH&S supervision experience, with Safety Officer’s certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and in a close-knit team environment.
• Flexible availability to meet business needs, including weekends and public holidays.

About you:

With your exceptional attention to detail and previous Head Mechanist experience, you will take pride in ensuring an unforgettable experience for our guests. Your ability to work collaboratively with a large and diverse team will set our Theatre team up for success.

Your role will be pivotal in shaping the success of our Theatrical team at The Star. Join us in making a difference.  

What we can offer you:

• 30% staff discounts across our award-winning venues at all 3 of our world-class properties
• Free meal on shift with a new menu every day
• Career development, training, and courses via The Star Academy
• Generous Paid Leave for primary and secondary carers
• Excellent growth opportunities both personally and professionally
• Groupwide Diversity & Inclusion focus areas including LGBTQI, Multicultural, Gender and Indigenous

Please be aware that eligibility checks are required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.

Our culture

At The Star, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that we know will contribute to exceptional experiences for our guests, a great place to work for our team members and positive outcomes for our communities. We believe in authenticity that embodies our Company values = Build Memorable Connections, Own It, Lead with Integrity, and Take Good Care.

We welcome applications from all cultures, ages, religions, genders, LGBTQI+ people, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, and people with disabilities. We recognise the distinctive challenges that trans and gender-diverse applicants may encounter during the recruitment process.  We offer a range of flexible working options for team members to find a balance between work and life that’s right for them and their unique well-being needs. 

The Star was awarded WGEA Employer of Citation for Gender Equality (2022-24) and has been recognised as a 2024 GOLD Employer by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), which evaluates LGBTQI+ inclusiveness in the workplace.

It’s your time to SHINE!

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