Events Labourer

Connectus Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible rostering

Ongoing event work

Job summary

Connectus Recruitment is seeking reliable, energetic Events Labourers to join our Melbourne events crew. You’ll help transform venues for major events, set up stages, turf protection and barriers, and pack down after crowds depart.

Shifts vary across days, evenings, weekends and overnights, so flexibility is essential. The role offers $33.80 per hour, weekly pay, and opportunities for ongoing event work across Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Experience in event setup, labouring or hands‑on roles.
• Able to follow instructions and work safely.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Laying and removing turf protection flooring at event venues
• Installing and dismantling crowd control barriers
• Assisting with marquee setups and pack-downs
• Setting up and dismantling grandstand seating
• Moving event equipment, furniture and materials
• General event site setup and pack-down
• Loading and unloading trucks and equipment
• Assisting supervisors and event crews as required
• Keeping work areas safe, clean and organised

Skills

Hands-on experience

Event setup

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Following instructions

Independent work

Physical fitness

Lifting up to 20kg

Flexible shifts

Job description

Want to work behind the scenes at some of Melbourne’s biggest events and venues?

Connectus Recruitment is looking for reliable, energetic Events Labourers to join our growing events crew.

You could be helping transform an empty venue one day, setting up for a major event the next, or packing everything down once the crowds have gone home.

Event work doesn’t always happen during standard business hours, no two shifts are exactly the same so flexibility is important. Shifts can include days, evenings, weekends, overnight work and early morning starts, depending on the event and venue.

If you enjoy hands on work, being part of a crew and working in the middle of the action, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Laying and removing turf protection flooring at event venues
• Installing and dismantling crowd control and event barriers
• Assisting with marquee setups and pack-downs
• Setting up and dismantling grandstand seatingMoving event equipment, furniture and materials
• General event site setup and pack-down
• Loading and unloading trucks and equipment
• Assisting supervisors and event crews as required
• Keeping work areas safe, clean and organised

Want to work behind the scenes at some of Melbourne’s biggest events and venues?

Connectus Recruitment is looking for reliable, energetic Events Labourers to join our growing events crew.

You could be helping transform an empty venue one day, setting up for a major event the next, or packing everything down once the crowds have gone home.

Event work doesn’t always happen during standard business hours, no two shifts are exactly the same so flexibility is important. Shifts can include days, evenings, weekends, overnight work and early morning starts, depending on the event and venue.

If you enjoy hands on work, being part of a crew and working in the middle of the action, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Laying and removing turf protection flooring at event venues
• Installing and dismantling crowd control and event barriers
• Assisting with marquee setups and pack-downs
• Setting up and dismantling grandstand seating
• Moving event equipment, furniture and materials
• General event site setup and pack-down
• Loading and unloading trucks and equipment
• Assisting supervisors and event crews as required
• Keeping work areas safe, clean and organised

What we’re looking for:

• We’re looking for people who are ready to get stuck in and be part of a great crew.
• Previous event setup, labouring or similar hands‑on experience
• A strong work ethic and reliable attitude
• Good communication skills
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely
• The ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• A reasonable level of physical fitness
• The ability to lift up to 20kg and be on your feet for extended periods
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, overnight shifts and early mornings

Experience with event infrastructure, flooring, barriers, marquees or grandstands will be highly regarded.

What’s in it for you?

• $33.80 per hour flat rate
• Weekly pay
• Flexible casual rostering
• A variety of shifts across days, nights, weekends, overnight and early mornings
• Work at exciting events and venues across Melbourne
• Opportunities for ongoing event work
• Be part of a hands on, energetic events crew

If you’re reliable, physically fit, flexible with your availability and keen to work,