Junior Events & Admin Assistant - Settler's Rest

Henderson Advocacy; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Settler’s Rest is growing, and we’re looking for a proactive, organised junior to join our team in a casual role — with real potential to grow into a permanent position. If you love events, weddings, and creating unforgettable experiences, this is your chance to learn the industry from the ground up.

You’ll provide hands-on office support, help with wedding prep, and assist on the day to keep things running smoothly. No formal experience needed—just the right attitude and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• No formal experience needed — just the right attitude.

Responsibilities

• Office & Sales Support: Assist with run sheets, timelines, floor plans, and vendor coordination; Support light marketing tasks — social media, content prep, admin; General admin to help the events and sales team stay organised
• Wedding Prep: Organise room allocations and ensure accommodation is guest-ready; Set up wedding spaces (layout, décor, signage, styling guidance); Place cutlery, crockery, glassware, and assist with overall venue presentation
• On-the-Day Coordination: Support the event lead throughout each wedding; Keep things running smoothly behind the scenes; Be a calm, positive presence for couples, families, and vendors

Skills

Office support

Event coordination

Marketing tasks

Education

No formal experience needed

Job description

Junior Events & Admin Assistant (Casual) – Settler’s Rest

Start your events career at one of NSW’s most beautiful wedding venues.

Settler’s Rest is growing, and we’re looking for a proactive, organised junior to join our team in a casual role — with real potential to grow into a permanent position.

If you love events, weddings, and creating unforgettable experiences, this is your chance to learn the industry from the ground up.

What You’ll Be Doing

A hands‑on mix of office support, wedding prep, and on‑the‑day coordination:

Office & Sales Support

• Assist with run sheets, timelines, floor plans, and vendor coordination
• Support light marketing tasks — social media, content prep, admin
• General admin to help the events and sales team stay organised

Wedding Prep

• Organise room allocations and ensure accommodation is guest‑ready
• Set up wedding spaces (layout, décor, signage, styling guidance)
• Place cutlery, crockery, glassware, and assist with overall venue presentation

On‑the‑Day Coordination

• Support the event lead throughout each wedding
• Keep things running smoothly behind the scenes
• Be a calm, positive presence for couples, families, and vendors

Who You Are

No formal experience needed — just the right attitude.

You Are

• Reliable, organised, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Someone who takes pride in a job well done

If you enjoy events and love seeing your work come to life, we want to hear from you.

Availability

This is a casual role with flexible hours based on our event schedule.

• Primarily Fridays & Saturdays
• Occasional Sundays for site visits
• Potential to grow into a permanent role for the right person

Ready to join the Settler’s Rest team?