Local Event Staff

Water Lantern Festival; City of Frankston; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community event organization is seeking Local Event Staff in Frankston, Victoria, to assist with event operations. The role includes supporting event setup, staff coordination, and guest interactions. Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic, reliable, and possess strong communication skills. This part-time position offers $24-$25 per hour, flexible with significant opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Hands-on training in event management

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Prior experience in event support preferred but not required.
• Complete availability on event weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, execution, and teardown of event activities.
• Help manage and direct local staff and volunteers.
• Provide friendly assistance to attendees.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Job description

Join the core team at Water Lantern Festival to help create unforgettable community events! As a Local Event Staff, you’ll support event operations by assisting with setup, staff coordination, and guest interactions to ensure everything runs smoothly.

About Water Lantern Festival

Our core focus is to connect humanity by creating positive worldwide events. Water Lantern Festival is an incredible experience where you, your friends, and your family will create a magical memory together.

Job Description: Local Event Staff

Company: Water Lantern Festival
Location: Frankston, Victoria, Australia
Position Type: Part-Time, Event-Based
Reports To: Event Coordinator

Job Summary

As Local Event Staff at Water Lantern Festival, you’ll be a key part of our team, ensuring our events run smoothly by tackling a variety of tasks and supporting on-site operations. Expect long, rewarding days filled with hands-on work, from setup to teardown, with the chance to grow through training and potentially step into the Event Coordinator role.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Support: Assist with setup, execution, and teardown of event activities, including lantern distribution, guest check-in, and site preparation.
• Staff Coordination: Help manage and direct local staff and volunteers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Guest Interaction: Provide friendly, professional assistance to attendees, answering questions and resolving minor issues to enhance their experience.
• Logistics Assistance: Support the Event Coordinator with inventory checks, equipment handling, and other operational needs.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the core team to maintain a positive, organized environment and ensure all aspects of the event run smoothly.
• Training Participation: Engage in training sessions to learn event management skills, with the potential to advance to the Event Coordinator role.

Qualifications

• Age: Must be 18 years or older.
• Location: Must live in or near the event area.
• Experience: Prior experience in event support, customer service, or team coordination preferred but not required.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure, basic problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Availability: Complete availability on event weekends.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Attributes: Enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn with a team-oriented mindset.

Growth Opportunities

This role offers significant room for professional development. As a Local Event Staff, you will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in event management, develop leadership skills through staff oversight, and train to become a full Event Coordinator.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a passionate team creating memorable experiences for thousands of attendees.
• Gain valuable skills in event planning and coordination.
• Contribute to a meaningful community event while growing your career.

How to Apply

To apply for a position with us, please submit your resume and a video submission (3-5 minutes) answering the following questions: Tell us about yourself, what three words would your closest friends use to describe you, why are you interested in working at the Water Lantern Festival, what are your greatest strengths and weaknesses, and can you share an example of a time you demonstrated leadership?

Salary

$24 - $25 per hour