Address Are you passionate about event delivery? This is an opportunity to work at a World Class bespoke sporting venue. An exciting and diverse role for an enthusiastic Events professional. The Sydney International Equestrian Centre is seeking an Events Officer to join our dynamic team.
Full time ongoing role rostered over a 7-day period including weekends and evenings as required.
Location: Horsley Park
Salary: from $79,032 up to $86,539 per annum plus 11% superannuation and 17.5% leave loading.
Working with us The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation. With a vision of sport and active recreation creating healthier people, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW, we provide the people of NSW with the leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure necessary to maximise the social, health and economic benefits realised through this valued sector. Our work is spread across NSW, with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, six Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion The Office of Sport is committed to building a workplace that values and supports diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. The Office encourages applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication. The Office of Sport is committed to keeping children safe. It is the responsibility of all staff, regardless of role, to act to keep children safe from harm.
About the role The Sydney International Equestrian Centre is a bespoke sporting and event destination, located in the Western Sydney Parklands only 40 minutes west of the Sydney CBD. The Events Officer is responsible for:
Assisting with the planning, coordination and operations of all events staged at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre.
Supervise casual staff to operate key functional areas of the venue during events.
Engage with event organisers from local through to a national level. Working with them to plan their requirements for infrastructure and services to support events.
Liaise with stakeholders such as local Councils and other State Government organisations and maintain appropriate records of event applications and site requirements at the Venue.
About you
You have a demonstrated ability to assist in all aspects of event planning, coordination and marketing.
You can oversee event operations including setup and pack up of equipment.
You can deal effectively and professionally with business clients and industry stakeholders whilst managing their expectations and balancing competing priorities.
You foster a positive customer experience and deliver excellent customer service.
You are technology savvy.
Understanding of WH&S, visitor safety and risk management issues as well as the proven ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
Essential requirements
Current Class C Drivers licence
National Criminal Records Check
Ability to work weekends and evenings as required.
The Office of Sport is a great place to work, we offer:
A family friendly and flexible working environment.
A competitive salary.
Generous leave entitlements including recreation, sick/carer’s, family and community services, and flex leave.
Access to salary packaging, fitness passport, and the Employee Assistance Program.
Access to training and development opportunities.
How to apply When applying you need to:
Attach a Cover Letter to your online application (maximum one page) briefly responding to the essential requirements and addressing your interest in the role
Respond to each of the Targeted Questions (maximum total of one page) and
Provide a Resume that details your current and previous experiences (maximum of four pages)
Pre-screening questions
Provide an example of where you have had to engage and build relationships with difficult stakeholders to develop and deliver an event that required collaboration. How did you manage this?
Describe your process for handling multiple events at the same time. How do you prioritise your time and resources?
Notes
For further information about the role please contact Ruby Hudson on 02 8883 6900 or 0431 497 017 or view the role description.
The successful applicant will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check.
No offer of employment will be made until all relevant clearances are finalised.
Applications Close: Sunday, 4 February 2024 at 11:59pm (AEDT).
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
