Urgent: Assistant Venue Manager

Why You Will Be Excited About This Role

This isn't your average role. AsAssistant Venue Manager for our two Sydney venues, you’ll play a key role in organising and overseeing the hire and operational delivery of event equipment and venue spaces for a diverse range of corporate and business clients. From AV systems and staging to lighting and furniture, you’ll manage the end-to-end coordination of equipment setup, maintenance, and presentation across our flexible venue spaces. No two days will be the same, and your hands-on role in managing technical equipment, staging, and venue presentation will make a visible impact every day.

You'll be part of a company known for creating remarkable experiences — and you’ll be empowered to make them happen.

Why You Will Be Excited About This Role

This isn't your average role. AsAssistant Venue Manager for our two Sydney venues, you’ll play a key role in organising and overseeing the hire and operational delivery of event equipment and venue spaces for a diverse range of corporate and business clients. From AV systems and staging to lighting and furniture, you’ll manage the end-to-end coordination of equipment setup, maintenance, and presentation across our flexible venue spaces. No two days will be the same, and your hands-on role in managing technical equipment, staging, and venue presentation will make a visible impact every day.

You'll be part of a company known for creating remarkable experiences — and you’ll be empowered to make them happen.

How This Will Transform Your Career

Working at Cliftons offers unique exposure to high-end corporate clients and large-scale, complex events. In this role, you'll sharpen your skills in equipment and supplier management, develop your leadership capability, and grow your commercial awareness in the event services space. You’ll also gain experience with AV, hybrid event technology and venue operations - setting you up for progression into Venue Management, Project Delivery, or Event Services roles in Sydney or across Australia and the region.

Why You Will Like Working Here

At Cliftons, we’re proud to be a recognised Best Place to Work. You’ll join a supportive and collaborative team that has each other’s backs. We’re flat-structured, fast-paced, and united by a passion for creating amazing client experiences.

We also offer:

- A flexible work framework and wellbeing initiatives (including Me Days and paid mini-break before you start)
- Hands-on training and development tailored to your growth
- A diverse and inclusive workplace where your voice counts
- Regular team celebrations, company events, and cross-functional exposure
- Employee discounts and recognition through our Shout Out platform

What You’ll Be Doing

- Managing the use and hire of venue equipment including AV systems, furniture, lighting rigs, and staging
- Liaising with clients, vendors, and suppliers to ensure smooth event delivery and outstanding service
- Supervising casual team members and technical staff to deliver seamless room setups and client-ready environments
- Maintaining equipment inventory, scheduling maintenance, and sourcing additional equipment when needed
- Supporting safety compliance by implementing and monitoring WHS practices and staff training

What You’ll Need To Succeed

- 3+ years’ recent experience gained in a similar environment - in venue operations and/or equipment hire/logistics, ideally relating to corporate events
- Proactive, hands-on approach with a high level of attention to detail
- Experience managing equipment setup (AV, staging, lighting, furniture)
- Experience in supervising a diverse team
- Strong communication and client service skills to work closely with vendors and suppliers, and corporate clients
- An understanding of WHS and venue safety practices

Ready to Join Us?

Apply nowand bring your energy, leadership and operational know-how to a role where you can truly make an impact.

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