Functions & Events Officer - Mildura Sporting Precinct

Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia; Mildura; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local health organization is seeking an engaging and enthusiastic Functions & Events Officer to join their team at the Mildura Sporting Precinct. This part-time temporary role involves planning, coordinating, and managing events to ensure smooth operations and high customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a formal qualification in events management or significant relevant experience, strong customer service skills, and a good understanding of the local community. The position offers a flexible work schedule and a competitive hourly rate.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Relocation Assistance

Financial recognition upon performance review

Study Support Program

Access to Employee Benefits

Learning and Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Recognition Celebrations

Discounted Health Insurance

Free Counselling for Employees

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and managing events required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including outside normal office times.
• Must hold a current satisfactory Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage events at Mildura Sporting Precinct.
• Support facility bookings and promote business opportunities.
• Ensure high customer satisfaction during events.

Skills

Experience in events management

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong customer service skills

High level communication skills

Knowledge of the local community

Education

Formal tertiary qualification in events management or business-related discipline

Job description

We're currently searching for an engaging and enthusiastic Functions & Events Officer to join our organisation at the Mildura Sporting Precinct in a temporary part-time capacity up to and including 22 February 2027.

Position Details

• Part Time Temporary
• Job Number: R2685
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 4 December 2025

This position will require the successful applicant to work 96 hours within a four-week work cycle. Work outside normal office hours may be required.

About the Opportunity

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing events at the Mildura Sporting Precinct to ensure smooth operations and high customer satisfaction. Also supports the promotion and coordination of facility bookings, with a focus on increasing usage and identifying business opportunities, especially during off-peak times.

What you will bring

• Formal tertiary qualification in events management or a business-related discipline and / or significant experience in events management or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of a range of software packages including Microsoft office suite.
• High level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with stakeholders on the telephone and face to face.
• Good knowledge of the local community.
• Strong customer service skills
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one within two months of commencement in the role.
• Hold a current satisfactory Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Current Driver’s Licence.

Salary and Conditions

The position is classified within Band 5 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $39.34 per hour plus statutory superannuation. Candidates viewing via Seek or Linkedin are strongly encouraged to visit Councils Careers page by following this link: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Current-Job-Vacancies to view a copy of the Position Description and application form that is a requirement to apply for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members

For a full list of council’s benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-BenefitsMildura.

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment. Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au.

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres. Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au.

Applying for this position

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered.

Want to know more?

Visit www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form. Call Human Resources on [phone].