Campus Events Assistant

• Vacancy Number: 31

• Position Title: Campus Events Assistant

• Employment Status: Casual

• Department: Student Services (Student Life at Melbourne Polytechnic) SLAM

• Location: Multi-Campus

• Salary: PACCT 2.3 - $35.31 per hour

• Positions Available: 10

• Hours per Week: Up to 38 hours per week, subject to operational requirements

Why Work with Us?

Inspire the next generation by delivering meaningful, real-world learning experiences.

Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in vocation education since 1912. We offer:

• Practical, industry-led training

• Inclusive, future-focused learning environments

• Flexible study options learner support

• A commitment to student success and community impact

About the Role

The Student Life @ Melbourne Polytechnic (SLAM) team provides events and programs that support students throughout their time at Melbourne Polytechnic. SLAM welcomes students to campus and assists students from the day they arrive on campus. More than 300 events and programs take place across our 6 campuses every year.

Annual events may include: Orientation Week, cultural celebrations, Belonging Fest, apprentice welcome program, trade Industry days, R U OK? Day and other wellness programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting event organizers with set-up and delivery of events.

• Being physically active on the job by working on your feet for extended periods.

• Lifting up to 15kg as needed for event support.

• Participating in the evaluation process of events.

• Delivering presentations to promote the SLAM program.

• Engaging in public speaking activities to raise awareness.

• Capturing and recording student events for social media content.

• Undertaking additional responsibilities as directed, leveraging the incumbent's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Skills and Experience Required

• Recent experience working in events or similar industry

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to be a team player and take initiative

• Willingness to travel to all campuses

• Ability to interact and engage with people effectively in both one-on-one situations and in presentations to large groups.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to provide:

• A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)

• A National Police Check

How to Apply

Click 'Apply' to be redirected to our careers portal, where you can view the full Position Description and submit your application.

You'll be asked to:

• Complete all pre-screening questions

• Upload your CV and cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD

• If applying for a teaching role, upload relevant qualifications

File Requirements:

• Each file must be under 2MB

• PDF format is preferred (also accepts .doc or .docx)

• Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , @ # % *)

Selection Process

Our process may include:

• An in-person or virtual interview (via Microsoft Teams),

• Reference checks

• Employment and qualification verification

Contact Details

• Contact: Shane Lawtey

• Email: [email protected]

• Closing Date: Thursday 19 June 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

Melbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.

Recruitment Agencies

Melbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.

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