Game Day & Events Manager

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles; Northern Beaches Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Event staff discounts

Job summary

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles is seeking a hands-on Game Day & Events Manager to lead the event program for all NRL home games at 4 Pines Park and to act as the Club's management lead across major events and experiences. This role demands energy, creativity and a passion for delivering memorable live experiences for Members, fans, partners and guests.

As a senior events professional, you will oversee planning, programming, briefs and debriefs with internal teams and external partners,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Event Management, Sport Management, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience delivering major events, live events, sporting events, experiential activations, production or in a similar agency/venue environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading the delivery of live events from concept through to execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end event experience and program for all NRL home games at 4 Pines Park
• Develop and deliver game day experiences that create atmosphere, energy and excitement for Members and fans
• Lead game day planning, programming, run sheets, briefings and debriefings across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Work closely with the Football Department on home and away team requirements, acting as the primary Club contact for visiting/away teams on game day
• Lead the creative development and delivery of the Club's game day fan experience, ensuring every touchpoint contributes to an exciting and memorable occasion
• Develop innovative concepts, entertainment and activations that increase fan engagement and create a strong sense of occasion around NRL home games
• Lead the Club's annual Major Events Calendar, incorporating fan, Member, community, football, commercial and Club events
• Act as the Club's management lead for major Club events, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality experiences
• Develop, manage and monitor game day and Club event budgets
• Establish a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the Club's game day and events program

Skills

Event management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Project management

Creative thinking

Customer experience

Leadership

Education

Event Management degree

Job description

Manly Warringah Sea Eagles – Brookvale NSW

The Game Day & Events Manager leads the event program for all Manly Warringah Sea Eagles NRL home games at 4 Pines Park and acts as the Club's management lead across major Club events and experiences. This is a hands-on, high-energy leadership role for an innovative, creative and dynamic event specialist who has a genuine passion for bringing live events to life. The role is responsible for creating and delivering memorable experiences for Sea Eagles Members, fans, partners, players and guests — ensuring every home game and major Club event is engaging, entertaining, seamless and distinctly Sea Eagles.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end event experience and program for all NRL home games at 4 Pines Park
• Develop and deliver game day experiences that create atmosphere, energy and excitement for Members and fans
• Lead game day planning, programming, run sheets, briefings and debriefings across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Work closely with the Football Department on home and away team requirements, acting as the primary Club contact for visiting/away teams on game day
• Lead the creative development and delivery of the Club's game day fan experience, ensuring every touchpoint contributes to an exciting and memorable occasion
• Develop innovative concepts, entertainment and activations that increase fan engagement and create a strong sense of occasion around NRL home games
• Lead the Club's annual Major Events Calendar, incorporating fan, Member, community, football, commercial and Club events
• Act as the Club's management lead for major Club events, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality experiences
• Develop, manage and monitor game day and Club event budgets
• Establish a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the Club's game day and events program

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Event Management, Sport Management, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience delivering major events, live events, sporting events, experiential activations, production or in a similar agency/venue environment
• Demonstrated experience leading the delivery of live events from concept through to execution
• Strong understanding of event production, entertainment, fan engagement and the customer experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple moving parts, competing priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional organisational and project management skills
• Strong creative thinking and the ability to turn ideas into practical, engaging event experiences
• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong commercial and budget management capability
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet when things don't go to plan

About us

The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are more than a football club. We are a proud part of the Northern Beaches community with a passionate Member and fan base and a rich history dating back to 1947. Our people are united by our values of Innovation, Respect and Accountability, and our commitment to One Club, One Mission.