Head Mechanist

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The Royal New Zealand Ballet

·        Join a leading, national arts organisation

·        Supportive, dynamic environment with opportunity to learn & grow

·        A genuine opportunity to influence our organisation with your ideas

Unique chance to join our workshop and production team and make a genuine impact on Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultural community.

The Royal New Zealand Ballet is a company of dynamic dancers from diverse backgrounds and presents a repertoire of classic and contemporary works across Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.   

We’re currently on the search for a full time Head Mechanist, based in our Wellington premises, reporting into the Production Manager.  This is a touring role.

In this role, you will help ensure that all Royal New Zealand Ballet performances are technically delivered to a consistently high standard and ensure the safety of all dancers and technical staff.

Day to day you’ll be responsible for:

• Running all theatre pack-ins/ outs, assisting with technical set up for RNZB events.

• Leading and supervising stage crew during performances. Maintaining sets during and after tours.

• Assisting with fabrication of specific set elements and sourcing of rehearsal props.

• Pre-production and planning with the Technical Director and Production Manager

• Assisting with technical and touring logistics, including documentation.

• Health and Safety / First Aid in the workshop and on the road as required

Who and what are we looking for?

·        A clean driver’s licence

·        EWP Licence

·        Competent Rigger

·        Exceptional organisational and communication skills

·        Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

·        Previous experience working with a touring performing arts company is preferable

·        Strong problem-solving skills

·        Strong experience managing Health and Safety

·        Confident leadership skills

What we offer

• Ticket perks to our performances

• Flexible working environment

• Investment in your personal career development and training

• Discounted gym membership

• Being part of a globally recognised arts organisation, making a significant impact on Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultural community.

• Opportunity to travel within New Zealand

Come and join us: To find out more please visit rnzb.org.nz/careers. Please send your cover letter and cv to [email protected]

Applications close Tuesday 21st April 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the role may be filled before the closing date.

Contract Length: Permanent, full-time