Casual Venue Technician

About the role

The Horsham Town Hall is a vibrant community venue that hosts performing arts, visual arts and conferences. The Casual Venue Technician provides technical support to ensure each event meets its sound, lighting and special‑effects requirements while maintaining a safe environment.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, operate and strike audio, lighting and special‑effects equipment for a variety of events.
• Work closely with performers, presenters and external hirers to interpret technical specifications.
• Maintain safety standards, including working at heights and in dark or noisy environments.
• Assist the operations team with venue preparation, equipment checks and routine maintenance.
• Provide on‑site technical troubleshooting during events.

Required profile

• Enthusiasm for the fast‑paced entertainment industry.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including lifting equipment and working at heights.
• Comfortable working in dark settings and with high sound levels.
• Availability to work weekdays and weekends as required.

Required skills

• Operation of sound equipment.
• Operation of lighting equipment.
• Operation of special‑effects equipment.

What we offer

• Inclusive, child‑safe and equal‑opportunity workplace.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunity to support a wide range of cultural and community events.