Coordinator Tourism and Events

1 day ago

Muswellbrook, New South Wales, Australia Muswellbrook Shire Council Full time $93,352 - $120,809 per year

About the position

To lead and manage Muswellbrook Shire Council's Tourism and Events team to bring visitors to the Shire and enhance our lifestyle.

The position is responsible for planning, promoting and managing major visitor economy and tourism initiatives and the effective delivery of range of Council events and activities. The position will build strong relationship with the community to support partnership events and in the attraction of sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Council's Destination Management Plan within a regional context and prioritise associated actions and activities for funding and delivery
  • Oversee Council's visitor information centres
  • Engage with and manage relationships with sponsors and manage Council's sponsorship arrangements to support the delivery of events
  • Work with destination networks and business/ tourism associations to promote the region and to build capacity in local event organisers and tourism operators.
  • Plan, deliver and develop a range of Council organised events and support partnership events across the Shire which maximise economic impact.
  • Manage and lead the Tourism and Events Unit, contractors and suppliers, in the effective delivery of tourism and event services and activities

Read the Position Description and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

About you

  • Degree qualification in business, tourism, event management or an equivalent combination of relevant contemporary experience and/or education/training
  • Substantial tourism and events industry knowledge and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of tourism strategies
  • Demonstrated high level project management practices to deliver events and initiatives in partnership with the community, government and other departments
  • Proven ability to collect, analyse information and prepare reports and presentations to inform sound decision making
  • Proven ability to control budgets including grant funding, reporting on success measures, and project outcomes

What we offer

  • Permanent, full time, 35 hours per week
  • Salary from $93,352 to $120,809 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
  • Training Courses + Professional Development
  • Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
  • 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
  • Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.

Further information and to apply

  • For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Shaelee Richards, Director Community and Economyon
  • If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on or via email
  • To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
  • Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
  • Applications close on 22 October 2025 at 11:59pm.

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