Events Officer

Mid-Western Regional Council; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

19-Day Month

RDO every 4 weeks

Job summary

Mid-Western Regional Council in Mudgee, NSW, is seeking an enthusiastic Events Officer to plan, coordinate and promote major regional events. This full-time, on-site role sits in our Economic Development team and offers a 12-month parental leave contract commencing December 2026 with a 19-day month.

You will work with local businesses and community groups to deliver sporting events, festivals and celebrations, manage campaigns, calendars and content, and support initiatives that grow visitor

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations or Tourism.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in event planning, execution and operations.
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• Highly developed communication, administration and digital skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver Council's major events and community celebrations.
• Develop marketing campaigns to promote Council-run and supported events.
• Work with event organisers, businesses and community stakeholders to ensure success.
• Manage the region's annual events calendar and online event content.
• Evaluate events and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Event planning

Coordination

Marketing campaigns

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Event Management

Marketing

Public Relations

Tourism

Job description

Location: Mudgee

Department: Development

Employment type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Events Officer

Mid-Western Regional Council | Mudgee, NSW

Full-Time – 12 Month Parental Leave Contract with anticipated commencement: Dec 2026. | 19-Day Month

Love bringing events to life? Here's your chance to help deliver some of the Mid-Western Region's biggest and most exciting events!

Mid-Western Regional Council is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Events Officer to join our Economic Development team. From major sporting events and festivals to community celebrations, this is an exciting opportunity to help deliver memorable experiences that attract visitors, support local businesses and showcase everything the Mid-Western Region has to offer.

About the Role

You'll play a hands-on role in planning, coordinating and promoting events across the region, working with local businesses, community groups and event organisers to deliver successful outcomes.

Key focus areas include:

• Planning, coordinating and delivering Council's major events and community celebrations
• Developing marketing campaigns to promote Council-run and supported events
• Working with event organisers, businesses and community stakeholders
• Managing the region's annual events calendar and online event content
• Supporting initiatives that attract visitors and generate economic activity
• Evaluating events and identifying opportunities for improvement

Why This Role?

Exciting events: Help deliver major sporting events, festivals and community celebrations

Real impact: Contribute to the region's visitor economy and support local businesses

Variety: Enjoy a diverse role combining event planning, marketing and stakeholder engagement

Flexibility: Working 19 days with a RDO (rostered day off every 4 weeks)

About You

You're organised, creative and proactive, with a passion for delivering successful events. You thrive in a busy environment, enjoy working with people and know how to turn ideas into memorable experiences.

To be successful, you'll have:

Tertiary qualifications, preferably in Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations or a Tourism related field

Minimum 2 years' experience in event planning, execution and operations or related fields

Current Class C Drivers Licence

Highly developed communication, administration, and digital skills

Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects, manage competing priorities, solve problems and meet deadlines

Ability to work flexible and non-standard hours as required

• Knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.

The position may require work outside normal hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays, as well as travel to various Council locations throughout the region.

The salary range being offered for the position of Events Officer is $3,376.30 - $3,799.70 per fortnight which equates to an annual salary of $87,783.80 to $98,792.20 plus superannuation, (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

About Mid-Western Regional Council

The Mid-Western Regional Council area covers more than 9,000 square kilometres, with a population exceeding 25,000.

As one of regional NSW's fastest-growing areas, the Mid-Western Region continues to grow and prosper, providing an exciting opportunity to contribute to increased economic activity and the development of the region's event capabilities.

Applications close Monday, 16th November 2026 at 11:59PM.

Please note - you must address the selection criteria contained inthe online questionnaire for your application to be considered.