Venues and Events Officer
Venues Officer
Casual
Band 1A – plus a 25% casual loading and 25% unsocial hours loading - $47.77 ph + Super
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development
- Excellent employee benefits and competitive hourly rates
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment across multiple sites
About the Role
As a Venues Officer, you will be working in a team in our Community Strengthening Division. The role is responsible for ensuring venues are prepared, safe, welcoming and ready for a wide range of Community and Council-run events.
In this role, you will be:
- Setting up and packing down rooms and event spaces.
- Providing exceptional customer service to venue hirers, contractors and staff.
- Supporting meetings, events and Council functions.
- Using and supporting hirers with audiovisual equipment.
- Maintaining venue cleanliness, security and presentation.
- Monitoring stock and supplies.
- Ensuring compliance with safety and emergency procedures.
- Reporting maintenance, cleaning and safety issues.
We’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, strong internal development pathways, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and connection. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their Venue Management experience, with hands-on learning, mentorship and future career progression opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a candidate with:
- Experience in similar roles within the events industry preferred, but all previous customer service experience will be considered.
- Availability to work after hours and weekend work is a must have for this role.
- Basic computer and administration skills required.
- Working with Children's Check or willingness to get one before work commencing.
- Experience with audio visual equipment for live events preferred.
- Driving license preferred.
Yarra City Council is a dynamic Organisation, proud of our inclusive culture and diversity. We strive to continually improve services to the community, and this role is an amazing stepping stone to building a long, community-focussed career in local government.
Need More Info?
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Taylor Evans at Taylor.evans2@yarracity.vic.gov.au.
D26 76497 403107 - Venues Officer - Position Description - February 2026 (1).pdf
Applications close on: Friday 31 July 2026, at 11:55pm
How to Apply
In your application, please include your Resume and a 1-page Cover Letter. In your cover letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
Additional Information
This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
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