Audio Visual Technician | Kaitiaki Hangarau Pāpāho

Mō te tūnga | About the role:  

We’re seeking a skilled Audio-Visual Technician to join our team. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth audio-visual operations for committee meetings, public hearings, functions and other parliamentary proceedings.

This role is working 40hrs per week on a 7 day roster. The postholder must be flexible to cover non-core business hours, as and when needed.

• Set up, operate and maintain audio-visual equipment for press conferences, select committee meetings, parliamentary function and other wider events.
• Provide technical support for video conferencing and live streaming on parliamentary sessions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV issues in real time.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet specific AV requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry leading AV technologies and recommend improvements.

Tō kete | What you will bring to the role:

• Proven experience as an AV technician is required.
• Strong knowledge of audio-visual systems, including microphones, speakers, cameras, and video conferencing platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular hours.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you? 

• We actively represent our values of Courage, Integrity, Manaakitanga, Impartiality and Kaitiakitanga. 
• We offer a thorough induction, on-going development and excellent working conditions.  
• We offer a range of benefits including study assistance, 5 weeks annual leave and various development opportunities. Our ever-changing environment allows us to be part of the action at Parliament including attending question time, select committees and other key events. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:

To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.  Applications close midnight, 1st July 2025. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero, please email jodie.taylor@parliament.govt.nz

Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers, this date may change). You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.  

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process. 

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings. 

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We appreciate your interest, but we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies currently. Unsolicited CVs received without written confirmation of acceptance from Parliament's talent team will not be received and Parliamentary Service and Office of the Clerk are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.