Event Assistant

ABOUT US

The Darwin Convention Centre is a world-class conference and business events venue and the centrepiece of the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Managed by global venue management specialist ASM Global, the Centre hosts hundreds of business events every year. With some 23,000 sqm of space for providing service excellence with a dedicated team of professionals, Darwin is an ideal starting point for exploring the Top End.

The Darwin Convention Centre is looking for people with the right skills, experience, and attitude to join its dynamic and professional team. Importantly, we are seeking staff who reflect the Centre's key values of honesty, integrity, respect, trust, responsibility, and citizenship.

EVENT ASSISTANT

Part Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

ASM Global teams across the world are creative problem solvers and people who thrive on the excitement of developing events that create opportunity and connection.  We are detailed planners, innovative thinkers, relationship specialists and acutely experienced business leaders who love what they do.

At ASM Global, we love events, it's what we do. It's a part of our DNA and what drives us.

We are currently looking for an excited and passionate Event Assistant to join us part time at Darwin Convention Centre

This role is responsible for supporting the Events team in coordinating and delivering world-class events through administrative and operational tasks, working collaboratively across departments to ensure smooth execution under supervision.

This will include tasks such as:

• Assist with the coordination and delivery of events, ensuring a world-class experience.
• Provide on-the-ground support to clients during events, responding to queries.
• Prepare and maintain event documentation such as run sheets and floor plans.
• Communicate event requirements to internal teams to ensure alignment.
• Support event logistics including room setups, signage, catering, and AV.
• Maintain accurate event records in the Centre's CRM system.
• Manage client feedback, ensuring timely follow-up and documentation.
• Assist with supplier coordination during event delivery.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and relevant ISO standards.
• Follow WHS protocols and report hazards or incidents.
• Represent Darwin Convention Centre professionally and contribute to team development.

ABOUT YOU

Everyday our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

You will have a shared values and people-centric mind set and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.

• Basic understanding of food and beverage service and event operations
• Flexibility to work event-based rosters, including evenings and weekends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional presentation and grooming
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and effective time management
• Proactive, adaptable, and receptive to guidance
• Personable and courteous, with strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn event coordination and drawing software
• Valid RSA Certificate
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain

A satisfactory National Police Records Check is required for this role.

Applicants must have working rights within Australia.

At Darwin Convention Centre, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We welcome and encourage applicants from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Peoples), abilities and sexual orientation.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ASM Global is the world's leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management - delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to maximise the guest experience. The company's elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 350 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, performing arts venues, and convention and exhibition centres, including Exhibition World Bahrain; Moscone Center San Francisco; ICC Sydney Australia; Olympia London; Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, RAC Arena, Perth, Australia; Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns, Australia and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia.

ASM Global has always had a bold vision to be a true employer of choice, great place to work and a company that provides long term careers and development opportunities.

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Working in the venue and event industry means supporting the delivery of events across our event calendar. This means that weekend, evening and public holiday work will be required.

This role is onsite at Darwin Convention Centre and will be the main point of contact. No recruitment agencies please.