VENUE RIGGER
- Supervise and coordinate rigging crews for events.
- Act as second-in-charge to the Venue Head Rigger.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and conduct equipment inspections.
Afterpay Arena is currently looking for an experienced entertainment rigger to join our full-time Technical Operations team. This is an opportunity to be part of Australia's leading entertainment venue and help deliver world-class events.
About the Role
The Venue Rigger is the second-in-charge (2IC) within the Arena's rigging team and provides direct operational and supervisory support to the Venue Head Rigger. This hands-on role is responsible for leading rigging crews, coordinating workflow, supporting the planning and execution of rigging activities, and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with venue standards and industry regulations.
Key Position Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate rigging crews across roof and ground operations.
- Act as second-in-charge to the Venue Head Rigger and deputise in their absence.
- Lead rigging calls, including load-ins and load-outs.
- Interpret and review rigging plots, assist with mark-ups and bridle builds.
- Deliver toolbox talks and mentor rigging crew members.
- Monitor compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.
- Conduct inspections and checks of rigging equipment.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and capability of the rigging team.
About You
- Proactive, organised and safety-focused.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
- Passionate about live entertainment and events.
Competencies Required
- Minimum 3 years’ rigging experience in a live entertainment environment.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience.
- Intermediate or Advanced Rigging licence.
- EWP and Forklift licences.
- White Card required; Yellow Card desirable.
- Current NSW Driver Licence and National Police Check.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD (or similar).
- Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
About Afterpay Arena
Managed by Legends Global, Afterpay Arena is Australasia’s number 1 venue for live entertainment and largest indoor arena, located in Sydney Olympic Park. As a world-class venue, it hosts concerts, sports events, comedy and family entertainment experiences, attracting over 1 million patrons annually.
Acknowledgement of Country
Afterpay Arena acknowledges that we are on Wangal land. This land connects us all to the past and the future. We respect Wangal Country, recognise Elders past, present and emerging as Traditional Custodians of it, and celebrate the ongoing deep cultural connection of the people who continue to carry its language, song, dance, and stories.
Legends Global (APAC and MENA)
From its APAC regional headquarters in Brisbane, Australia, Legends Global operates, manages and books a network of venues that includes:
Stadiums – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane; Kai Tak Sports Park Main Stadium, Hong Kong; and 50% ownership of VenuesLive, the operator of Optus Stadium, Perth.
Entertainment and Indoor Sports Arenas – Afterpay Arena, Sydney; RAC Arena, Perth; Brisbane Entertainment Centre; Newcastle Entertainment Centre, ICC Sydney; Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Great Hall; Cairns Arena; Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai; and Kai Tak Sports Park Indoor Arena, Hong Kong.
Live Performance Theatres – Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Sydney, Bahrain, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur.
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