Event Manager

Gold Coast Events Management Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Coast Events Management Ltd in Southport, QLD, seeks an experienced Event Manager to lead planning and delivery across EMQ’s portfolio of major events. You will oversee site builds, logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination to ensure flawless execution and exceptional participant experiences.

The role requires 3+ years in event management or related fields, with strong budget control and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in event management, event operations, project management or a similar role.
• Qualifications in Event Management, Sport Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale events, sporting events or tourism-related activations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of assigned events from commencement through to post-event evaluation.
• Manage event operations including site builds, logistics, traffic and pedestrian management, supplier coordination and event-day delivery.
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring expenditure aligns with approved financial parameters.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local government authorities, contractors, sponsors, emergency services and key stakeholders.
• Develop event management plans, operational schedules, run sheets and risk management documentation.
• Support the implementation of Work Health and Safety requirements and event compliance obligations.
• Assist with the recruitment, training and management of event staff, volunteers and contractors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance event delivery, operational efficiency and participant experience.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Event Management

Sport Management

Project Management

Job description

Gold Coast Events Management Ltd – Southport QLD

Events Management Queensland (EMQ) is a leading event management company and a subsidiary of Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ).

Our team delivers world-class mass participation sporting events that drive tourism, generate significant economic impact and showcase Queensland on the national and international stage. Our portfolio includes the Transurban Bridge to Brisbane, ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, T100 Triathlon World Tour Gold Coast, Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Running Festival and the Pan Pacific Masters Games.

Every event we deliver is focused on creating exceptional participant experiences while generating lasting benefits for Queensland communities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the General Manager - Operations, the Event Manager leads the planning and delivery of major events across the EMQ portfolio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of assigned events from commencement through to post-event evaluation.

Manage event operations including site builds, logistics, traffic and pedestrian management, supplier coordination and event-day delivery.

Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring expenditure aligns with approved financial parameters.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with local government authorities, contractors, sponsors, emergency services and key stakeholders.

Develop event management plans, operational schedules, run sheets and risk management documentation.

Support the implementation of Work Health and Safety requirements and event compliance obligations.

Assist with the recruitment, training and management of event staff, volunteers and contractors.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance event delivery, operational efficiency and participant experience.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in event management, event operations, project management or a similar role.

Qualifications in Event Management, Sport Management, Project Management or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale events, sporting events or tourism-related activations.

Strong experience managing event budgets, suppliers and operational logistics.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Current Queensland Driver Licence.

Experience within the sport, tourism or major events industry will be highly regarded.

WHY JOIN EMQ?

Join a passionate and collaborative team delivering some of Queensland's most recognised sporting events while making a genuine impact behind the scenes.

Working on nationally and internationally recognised events.

A collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture.

Diverse and meaningful work where no two days are the same.

Professional development and leadership opportunities.