Festival & Events Coordinator

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Festivals and Events Coordinator to join our Community Services team with preferred Part-Time days being Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday hours per week) on a Temporary Job share contract until 31 July 2026.

In this role, you will assist with workload in coordinating the planning, budgeting, and delivery of a diverse range of festivals and events in the Mackay Region. You will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure that our events are topical, innovative, and relevant to the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all staff within the Festivals and Events function.
• Develop and manage the budget allocated to the Festivals and Events function.
• Provide input into strategic and operational processes, including workforce planning and business cases.
• Ensure the timely, effective, and efficient completion of allocated projects in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and standards of work.
• Coordinate the planning and delivery of events such as the Mackay Festival of Arts, Global Grooves, and New Year's Eve Celebration.
• Develop strategies to ensure events are well-attended and relevant to the community.
• Liaise with key stakeholders including City Centre businesses, tourism operators, Council staff, potential investors, residents, and visitors.
• Maintain databases, attend to correspondence, and handle general office administration.

Qualifications And Experience
Essential:

• Qualification in Event Management (or related field) with a degree preferred, or substantial experience.
• QLD "C" Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
• Working with Children Blue Card.
• Substantial experience in the delivery of large-scale festivals and events.
• Extensive experience in developing and delivering marketing strategies.
• Practical staff supervision experience.
• Relevant Project Management experience.

Desirable

• Experience in developing strategy and producing written reports.
• Contract Management experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Highly developed event management skills.
• Commitment to effective event, marketing, and promotion strategies.
• Ability to respond to changing client demands in a competitive environment.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Well-established project management skills.
• High level written communication skills including report and funding application experience.
• Strong stakeholder and contract management skills.
• High level analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the Festivals and Events industry and creative industries.

Why Join Us?

• Base hourly rate of up to $57.00
• Any 5 out of 7 rosters may apply
• 12% superannuation
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (pro-rate)
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
• Study and assistance programs for career development
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives

Special Requirements

• Some out-of-hours work, and domestic travel may be required.

How To Apply
If you are passionate about coordinating vibrant and engaging festivals and events and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and acover letter.

Applications Close
Thursday, 23 October 2025

Having troubles submitted your application?
Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY

• Important information for applicants:

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical/Drug & Alcohol Screening and a Criminal History Check.

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.