Events Manager

6 days ago


Perth, Australia VenuesLive Full time

**Events Manager**:
Optus Stadium is one of Australia’s premier entertainment destinations, recognised globally as the International Venue of the Year (Stadium Business Awards 2022) and the World’s Most Beautiful Stadium (Prix Versailles 2019).

Our team prides ourselves on delivering a ‘fans first’ approach and are dedicated to creating memorable experiences.

At the heart of our business is a high performing and passionate team committed to innovation, inclusivity, and quality. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and operate in a vibrant and collaborative environment.

**Job purpose**:
A unique opportunity awaits an outstanding and experienced Events professional to join the dynamic team at VenuesLive WA who operate the Stadium and surrounding Stadium Park. Reporting to the Head of Events, the Events Manager will form an integral part of the Events & Venue Management team and will play an important role in leading the planning and delivery of major events staged at Optus Stadium.

**Your focus will be**:

- Lead and manage the planning process and delivery of all Stadium events and non-event day activities. These events may include AFL games, International Cricket, BBL, NRL, Rugby Australia, Football and other international sporting fixtures, and concerts.
- Prepare and track event costs and ensure that budgets are managed within budgetary parameters.
- Manage and develop your direct employees.
- Foster a client first approach to the management of the operational relationship between the Stadium and its Hirers.
- Participate in risk assessments for the Company’s events and the development of appropriate contingency plans and emergency management procedures.
- Contribute to the ongoing management of the Integrated Management System.

**To be successful, you will have**:

- Full working rights in Australia.
- Competency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Competency in Ungerboeck / UBS (preferred).
- Diploma or degree qualifications in Event Management (preferred).
- A minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a similar management role.
- Results driven with the ability to calmly work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Ability to be adaptable and flexible as unexpected changes occur.
- Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
- Professional and ethical conduct, with a high regard for respecting confidentiality.
- Fans First approach with a passion for creating great customer experience.
- Strong written and oral communication, literacy and numeracy skills as wells as accuracy in reporting.

**What we offer**:

- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including:

- Personal benefits - Paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave.
- Health and wellbeing - Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and skin checks, monthly group fitness classes, discounts at hotel, onsite financial wellness sessions.
- Workplace benefits - Onsite parking, meals on event days, 25% discount at City View Café.
- Financial Benefits - Salary sacrifice superannuation options, discounted offers from financial institutions, reduced rates on mobile phone and home internet plans.
- Development and career opportunities through proactive talent management.
- A collaborative, fun and energetic work culture.

While standard hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm, the nature of the event industry means that you will be required to work outside these hours particularly around events being staged at Optus Stadium and Stadium Park.

If you are excited by the opportunity to add value to a high performing team, tasked with delivering a truly fans first experience, then we would love to hear from you.



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