Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

Are you passionate about live events and love being part of the action? We're looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Event Coordinator to help bring unforgettable experiences to life at two of Perth's most iconic venues – the WACA Ground and Optus Stadium.

In this exciting role, you'll play a key part in the planning and delivery of event day operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so fans and guests enjoy every moment. From sports to concerts and everything in between, no two days are the same

This is a full time, 12 month fixed term position, with the potential transition to a permanent position.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Assist with the coordination, planning and delivery of Domestic and International cricket events at the WACA Ground and Optus Stadium, including Perth Scorchers' W/BBL matches
• Assist with the delivery of non-cricket and large-scale events at the WACA Ground
• Work with venue hirers to ensure all operational requirements are completed as part of the event planning process
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, venues and contractors, including Cricket Australia and Optus Stadium
• Coordinate the resourcing of events, including rostering customer service, security, first aid and other event staff for event days
• Coordinate the recruitment of casual event staff including selection, training and rostering
• Compose all event documentation, including event plans, event setup lists, staff brief sheets and event signage
• Participate in event planning, briefing and debriefing meetings including preparing, distributing and managing event documentation, agendas and action items
• Assist with the delivery of the Cricket Australia accreditation process for all WA Cricket staff, players and contractors
• Assist with cross-department development of event concepts and activations

A great fit for this role looks like

• Demonstrated ability and experience in event delivery
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Professional communication, written and verbal skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• The ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet critical deadlines whilst handling multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to adapt to different people and circumstances, and generate and offer alterative solutions
• Availability for flexibility with working hours with early starts or late finishes and regular weekend work, based on the season fixtures.
• Event Management Degree, or equivalent (desirable)
• Experience working in a large entertainment venue or sporting setting (desirable)
• Experience recruiting and managing casual staff (desirable)

Here's what you can look forward to

Our people benefits include Membership passes to all cricket games at the WACA Ground and at Optus Stadium, onsite gym access, Birthday Leave, salary packaging, employee recognition program, discounts on cricket merchandise, corporate health insurance discount, corporate partner discounts, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities and more

A little bit about us

At WA Cricket we aim to be leaders in Australian sport and pride ourselves on developing inspiring players, creating a fun and inclusive community and delivering social outcomes through cricket. The iconic WACA Ground is home to the Perth Scorchers, WA Men's and Women's Teams and the WA Cricket Foundation.

Our culture

At WA Cricket we are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer equal opportunities to all.  At WA Cricket we embrace diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We are committed to providing a safe environment for children across Australian Cricket. We also believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. We measure ourselves on our values of Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion and Celebration.

Want to join our team?

If you feel this role is for you, we would love to hear from you  Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience by 22 August 2025.

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