Production Manager

The primary purpose of the Production Manager role is to manage all technical and physical production requirements of the QSO associated with the preparation and presentation of concerts and orchestral events. Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, this role ensures QSO’s performances and events have fully planned and executed production and technical support. The Production Manager also provides leadership and management to the production crew.

Applicants demonstrating theatre and stage management experience who value doing things the right way, with a focus on quality and efficiency, will be well placed to succeed in the role.

Major Responsibilities for this role are:

• Lead on-site delivery of all production operations for QSO Programs. 

• Develop and manage production logistics for concerts, tours, and special projects, ensuring effective planning, coordination and delivery.  

• Oversee preparation and maintenance of production documentation including risk assessments, schedules and compliance with WHS policies and procedures.  

• Provide leadership, guidance and professional development to all QSO production staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.  

• Act as the primary production liaison with venues, contractors, and technical suppliers.

Criteria essential to success in this role are:

• Experience in industry standard technical production, general production and staging with the orchestral music industry and/or the performing arts industry 

• Experience in leading, coordinating and managing production crews to build a cohesive and highly functioning team 

• Experience in managing and monitoring production budgets 

• Advanced IT literacy across MS Office  

• Effective personal organisation skills to meet timeframes and budgets 

• Commitment to continuous improvement and efficiency of processes 

• Strong ability to collaborate with all members of the organisation in the achievement of QSO strategic objectives 

• Ability to represent QSO in a professional and ethical manner and build relationships with key stakeholders  

• Demonstrated experience in compliance with relevant WHS legislation and best practice 

• Capacity and willingness to work outside of normal business hours on a regular basis  

• Current “C” Class Driver’s License 

To apply for this role, please submit an application via the SEEK website by COB Friday 28 November including:

• A current resume and contact details for two references (one of whom should be your current supervisor)

• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience

QSO is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a workplace that values the diversity of its employees and their backgrounds, and the contribution all people can make to a successful organisation. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and have a commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety in our workplace. We offer workplace flexibility, health and wellbeing programs and an Employee Assistance Program.