Events Technician

Company Description

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting more than 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking an Event Technician to join our Event Services Team to coordinate and deliver audio-visual and logistical services for a range of University of Auckland events, faculties and departments across University of Auckland campuses.

You will be responsible for responding to enquiries from within the university customer base – completing orders, setting up furniture and equipment, and operating technical equipment as required for a wide range of events on campus.  You will also be assisting with the delivery of online events, creating webinars, filming, live streaming, and post-production video management.

Due to the nature of the work, some evening and weekend work will be required along with flexibility across shifts.

This is a full-time, fixed term (37.5 hours per week),  opportunity for up to 12 months while the team review of its resourcing requirements for the future.

This is a Band E role within the University of Auckland, with the salary range being $62,400 pa - $77,800 pa depending on skills, qualifications and experience.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

You will be part of an internationally recognised organisation, in a fast-paced, professional environment with flexible hours.

Event Services are a proactive, supportive team with a solid work ethic. We believe in celebrating our successes together, and while you will work across multiple sites on a variety of jobs and events, you will enjoy the comradery that comes with being a crucial part of this team.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have strong experience as an Event Technician, setting up and operating audio-visual technical equipment, ideally with live-streaming experience. You will have great interpersonal skills which will assist you as you interact with stakeholders across the University. Friendly, with a can-do attitude, able to take the initiative and work both independently as well as part of a team.

You will also need a high level of physical fitness as heavy lifting and equipment set up/ pack down are a key part of this role.

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

• Audio Visual/ Lighting and Production Tertiary Qualification or Equivalent
• Previous experience in A/V and Event support is preferred 
• Experience using audio-visual equipment
• Experience in a similar role is required
• Proactive with excellent communication skills
• Effective time management
• High level of competence with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, MS Teams and Outlook.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio, Adobe Premiere/rush, Salesforce would be advantageous.
• Full driver’s license 
   

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 5th of August 2025(NZST) to be considered. Please include your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Anthony Brandon, via a.brandon@auckland.ac.nz, for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

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Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz