Address- Do you love creating memorable experiences that bring communities together?
- Would you thrive in a dynamic environment where creativity meets strategy?
About the role
At City of Canning, we take pride in delivering exceptional event experiences that resonate with people from all walks of life. Our goal is to curate a diverse, vibrant, and meaningful calendar of events that reflects the unique spirit of our community.
We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team as Coordinator City Events. In this role, you will work at both a strategic and operational level, leading a dedicated team of professionals to deliver large-scale and diverse community events. From festivals to cultural celebrations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that each event is executed with precision, professionalism, and safety in mind.
In this role, you will undertake duties such as:
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals
- Plan, coordinate and execute city-run events
- Assist community groups in successfully delivering their own events
- Ensure that events are professionally delivered and meet community and Council expectations
What we offer:
- Monthly Rostered Day Off!
- Salary range of $92,709 - 98,698 + Super
- Superannuation matching options
- Free gym and pool membership to both our Leisureplexes!
- Genuine commitment to professional development
What we’re looking for:
- Qualification plus significant experience in events management
- Demonstrated experience delivering a range of small to large scale community events
- Pro-active and hands-on approach to events delivery with a focus on assessing and mitigating risk
- Highly developed organisational and leadership skills
- Exceptional communication skills to work with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required
Impact the Community in a Big Way
The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.
Canning welcomes you to apply:
To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Toni van den Hurk on 0437 337 *** for a confidential discussion.
Applications are open until 5.00pm Monday 13 May 2024, we reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.
