Events Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia City Playford Full time

About the role...

Are you a passionate and dynamic person with a knack for organizing and running successful events? Do you thrive working in a fast-paced and exciting environment and have exceptional multi-tasking skills? We would love to hear from you

We have an incredible opportunity for you to shine as the Events Coordinator in our Business and Industry Growth team

In this role you will:

  • Create and coordinate innovative internal and external events for the Stretton Centre, including developing event plans, considering budget, timelines, and task lists.
  • Collaborate with a range of internal and external stakeholders to understand their event requirements, objectives, marketing and branding and budgets.
  • Actively promote and seek out new events or workshop opportunities for the Stretton Centre and support the development of the Stretton Centre's brand, image, and reputation through the delivery of successful events.
  • Evaluate the success of events, gather feedback, and stay up to date with industry trends and best practice to continue bringing contemporary and fresh ideas to the team.

More information...

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Jay Walker - Manager – Business and Industry Growth on

How to apply...

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch.

Applications close at 12:00pm noon on 14 March 2024.

Apply today

About you....

People are at the heart of everything you do. You will have an unwavering passion and commitment to delivering positive outcomes for the community. You have a great attention to detail, exceptional time management skills and the ability to effectively coordinate multiple events simultaneously.

Additionally, you will have:

  • Some runs on the board in coordinating or leading events, projects, or stakeholder meetings.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or travel to other sites for events.

The Playford Employee Experience...

Our team work hard together, but also celebrate together, learn together and support each other. We have a commitment to work/life balance through flexible working conditions and we remain focused on providing a high level of service and positive experience for our customers and stakeholders.

You will also get access to employee benefits, some of them are:

  • Excellent leave entitlements;
  • Attractive salary and benefits including salary packaging, income protection, free onsite parking and a strong health & wellbeing focus including corporate discount on health cover and gym memberships & free employee assistance program;
  • Ongoing professional development supported by study assistance and secondment opportunities.

Incumbents in this position may be required to possess, or be willing to gain a National Criminal History Clearance or DCSI Clearance.

The City of Playford is built for people meaning that we put people at the centre of everything we do. We are a diverse city enriched with resilient communities living in new and established suburbs as well as semi-rural townships. Development is occurring at a rapid pace, with Playford positioning itself at the centre of growth in South Australia.

We operate as one team across our various community centres, venues and facilities. It's here that we face the exciting challenge of strengthening and servicing the 345 kilometres of land, that our 100+ thousand residents call home.

Our team manages a significant portfolio of assets, ranging from roads, footpaths and storm water to parks, community services programs, libraries, business growth and development, sport and recreation, planning and building, environment and waste, health and immunisation.

Together, we celebrate our wins, overcome obstacles, and learn from one another. We strive to deliver a workplace culture built on connection and provide our staff the opportunity to access an array of employee benefits.



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