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Events and Functions Assistant

Events and Functions Assistant

Lake Macquarie City CouncilAU
2 days ago
Job description

Events and Functions Assistant

Temporary – Part Time

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Are you passionate about the arts and love working in vibrant, fast-paced environments? We are looking for an enthusiastic Events and Functions Assistant to help deliver exceptional experiences across our dynamic cultural venues. In this exciting and varied role, you’ll support the delivery of venue hire, events, and functions across four of Lake Macquarie’s performing and visual arts spaces :

  • Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba
  • Rathmines Theatre, nawayiba
  • Museum of Art and Culture yapang
  • Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima

No two days are the same! Under the direction of the Performing Arts Lead your duties will include :

  • Enhancing the visitor experience at our cultural venues through front of house bar operations and service
  • Venue event setup and pack down
  • Following and upholding venue Work, Health and Safety (WHS) standards and emergency response plans – including the provision of basic first aid and fire safety.
  • Inventory stocktaking and maintenance of shared venue resources and equipment
  • Acting as a venue hire service liaison to ensure smooth client experiences
  • Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

    Conditions of Employment include :

  • 28 hours per week across 7 days with a span of hours between 5am and 11pm.
  • Based at Warners Bay Theatre, but the role will be expected to work across multiple locations (Warners Bay, Rathmines, Booragul and Speers Point)
  • Hold or are willing to obtain a Working with Children Check
  • Hold or are willing to obtain a First Aid certificate
  • Hold a current Responsible Service of Alcohol certification
  • Hold a current NSW Drivers License
  • LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

    Our ideal candidate brings a strong commitment to service excellence, developed through hands-on experience in hospitality or event management. People describe you as customer-focused and team-oriented, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, flexible environment and takes pride in delivering memorable experiences.

    You will have :

  • Demonstrated experience in hospitality and events support
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Basic administration skills and / or familiarity with ticketing platforms
  • The ability to work across a span of hours, including weekends and evenings
  • We’re looking for someone who is :

  • Energetic and adaptable
  • A great communicator and team player
  • Comfortable with hands-on manual tasks and flexible hours
  • Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service to our patrons
  • LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

  • Commencing salary from $36.84 per hour plus 12% superannuation
  • Temporary 12-month Contract
  • 28 hours per week across 7 days with a span of hours between 5am and 11pm.
  • We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
  • Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac!
  • CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

    We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

    We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

    LET’S START

  • If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 7 December 2025
  • For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Christina Hatzis, Performing Arts Lead on 4921 0412 or via email chatzis@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
  • If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Attraction, 4069 0083 or via email bstevenson@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
  • Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
  • To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.
  • 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 Statement.
  • Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City 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.
  • Apply now

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