At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Major Events team to deliver Sydney's vibrant cultural celebrations.
- Company: Fairfield City Council, a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, study assistance, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Permanent full-time role with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on community events that attract thousands.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of event delivery experience and strong project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 95321 - 95321 £ per year.
Join our Major Events team and play a key role in delivering Sydney’s most vibrant cultural celebrations, including the Cabramatta Moon Festival and Lunar New Year events. These large‑scale events attract tens of thousands of attendees and contribute to the social and economic vitality of the City. This role is for a Major Events Project Officer who will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of major community events. Reporting to the Major Events Team Leader, you will act as a key technical expert, ensuring events are creatively developed, well‑programmed, and delivered safely, on time and within budget. Based at our Major Events Office in Cabramatta, this position offers the opportunity to work at the heart of one of Western Sydney’s most dynamic and culturally rich communities.
About You
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or 5+ years’ relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience delivering events in a team environment
- Strong project management, organisational and time management skills
- Experience preparing event documentation (e.g. schedules, plans, briefs)
- Excellent communication skills across diverse stakeholders
- Strong understanding of WHS, procurement and compliance requirements
- Experience managing marketing activities, suppliers and event programming
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and corporate systems
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
- NSW Driver Licence (Class C) and Working with Children Check
Salary & Employment Conditions
- Permanent full‑time position, 35 hours per week
- Grade 6 salary range $95,321 p.a., progressing to $102,649 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression up to $111,656 p.a. plus superannuation
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements such as a hybrid model
- Study assistance including up to 10 days study leave
- Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
- Free onsite parking at the Dutton Lane carpark
- Significant leave benefits: 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
EEO Statement
Fairfield City Council is a smoke‑free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.
Major Events Project Officer in Telford employer: Fairfield City Council
Join Fairfield City Council as a Major Events Project Officer and immerse yourself in a vibrant work culture that celebrates diversity and community engagement. With flexible work arrangements, generous leave benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, you will play a pivotal role in delivering iconic events that enrich the cultural fabric of Western Sydney. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in Cabramatta, where your contributions directly impact the social and economic vitality of the area.
