Event Operations Coordinator

At Tennis Australia, we're creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.

We're a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. 
 

Want your chance to make a mark on a world-class, record-breaking event? We are hiring for an Event Operations Coordinator to join our Precinct and Partner Activations teams to deliver the Australian Open 2026. This is a full-time fixed-term contract from November to February 2026.

As this is a seasonal role, we require full availability and flexibility across the summer months, December – February. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

We're committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

About the role

The Product Operations Coordinator position is responsible for the coordination of the Australian Open Precinct Product Activations, supporting both the Precinct and Partner Activation streams.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating partner and precinct activations, including compliance documentation, WHS processes, scheduling, bump-in/out, and on-site supplier and contractor management.
• Managing logistics such as deliveries, equipment, crew, accreditation, and warehouse inventory to ensure smooth event operations.
• Monitoring and reporting on project status, budgets, invoices, compliance records, and post-event evaluations.
• Building strong relationships and acting as a key point of contact for internal teams, partners, contractors, and external agencies.
• Delivering high-quality outcomes on time and within budget, with strong attention to detail and a solutions-focused approach.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven experience in event operations, including OHS, logistics, production, theming, partner activations, and brand execution within a major event environment.
• Strong technical and administrative skills, including the ability to read build drawings, manage budgets and timelines, and produce high-quality spreadsheets, schedules, and presentations using Microsoft Office and project software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail, the ability to multi-task under pressure, and a professional, solution-focused attitude.
• Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia

What's to love?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Tickets to the Australian Open
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates
• Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking
• A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
   

To Apply

If you think you're up to the challenge, we'd love to hear from you Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact

Applications close 08/09/2025, however we will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.

Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

 

We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.

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