Position: Venue Technician
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Company: AC Lighting
Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual
Specialties: Lighting, Rigging, Staging, Event Production
About the Role
AC Lighting is seeking capable and motivated Venue Technicians to join our contracted technical services team supporting Venues Ōtautahi. This role is based across several of Christchurch’s most prominent venues including Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch Town Hall, One NZ Stadium, and Wigram Airforce Museum.
Unlike touring production roles, this position is focused on venue operations and technical facilitation. You will be part of a trusted in-venue team that ensures touring and local productions have the infrastructure, technical support, and preparation required to execute successful events.
This is a hands-on, operational role, but less likely to have you building a tour from scratch alongside production. Instead, you’ll be managing the readiness of the venue, facilitating load-ins and technical support, and maintaining gear and compliance.
As a member of the AC Lighting team, you’ll also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of external productions, concerts, and touring events, outside of venue- based shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe and effective rigging, lighting, staging, and general technical services across all supported venues.
- Prepare venues for incoming productions, including house lighting adjustments, riser setup, draping, and technical readiness.
- Assist with the delivery of pack-ins, show operation (where required), and pack-outs.
- Provide support to touring crews by ensuring access to venue systems, infrastructure, and resources.
- Maintain, test, and manage venue gear, reporting issues and faults as needed.
- Contribute to post-event notes and internal reporting processes.
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
Skills and Experience
Essential:
- 1–3+ years of relevant event production or technical venue experience.
- Understanding of technical production environments across lighting, rigging, or staging.
- High level of personal organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and evenings.
Desirable:
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP), Forklift License
- Experience with test & tag processes or electrical knowledge.
What We Offer
- Regular work in Christchurch’s leading venues.
- Opportunities to work on external events and tours delivered by AC Lighting.
- Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities, including pathways toward Lead and Senior Technician roles.
- Supportive and experienced team environment within a well-established production company.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a brief cover letter to george@acl.net.nz with the subject line: “Venue Technician Application”.
For more information about AC Lighting, visit [www.acl.net.nz].
AC Lighting is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our team and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
