Venues Coordinator

1 month ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville City Council Full time
About the Role

This position will play a key role in delivering a culture of accountability and excellence within Townsville City Council. The Venues Officer will be responsible for coordinating the use of community facilities and open spaces, ensuring that events are managed in accordance with council policy and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate event bookings and manage the renewal application process
  • Issue invoices and damage deposits, and ensure monies received are handled appropriately
  • Determine and issue comprehensive casual event contracts
  • Advise on event requirements, permits, licenses, approvals, and qualifications
  • Make decisions on event fees and advise on requirements
About You

We are seeking an experienced and skilled individual who possesses the following key requirements:

  • Certificate IV in Business Administration or relevant experience
  • Diploma of Project Management – desirable
  • Tertiary qualifications in Event Management – desirable
  • Good understanding of all of council's community facilities and open spaces
  • Current Queensland 'C' class driver's licence
  • Knowledge of event coordination and relevant administrative procedures
  • High level interpersonal, customer service and problem-solving skills
  • High level of written and oral communication skills
  • People and resources management skills
  • Demonstrated supervisory and performance management skills
  • Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products and event management software
What We Offer
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
  • Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
  • Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Active Family Social Club
  • Flexible working arrangements

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.



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