Operation Executive (Event Onsite)

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Kuala Lumpur seeks an on-site events operations professional to manage setup, dismantle, and on-site logistics for exhibitions and events.

You will coordinate build-up and teardown, supervise subcontractors and vendors, ensure safety and venue compliance, and serve as the main on-site contact for clients.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in event/exhibition operations or logistics.
• Basic understanding of booth construction and safety SOPs.
• Willingness to work flexible hours during event build-up and teardown.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site event setup, dismantle, vendor management, and technical logistics to ensure successful execution of exhibitions and events.
• Coordinate build-up, execution, and teardown schedules at event venues.
• Supervise subcontractors, carpentry, electrical, and staging vendors on-site.
• Ensure adherence to venue regulations, safety guidelines, and setup timelines.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and vendors on-site to resolve technical issues promptly.
• Conduct post-event inventory checks and equipment returns.

Education

Event Management / Hospitality / Business Administration

Job description

Oversee on‑site event setup, dismantle, vendor management, and technical logistics to ensure successful execution of exhibitions and events.

Key responsibilities

Coordinate build‑up, execution, and teardown schedules at event venues.

Supervise subcontractors, carpentry, electrical, and staging vendors on‑site.

Ensure adherence to venue regulations, safety guidelines, and setup timelines.

Act as the main point of contact for clients and vendors on‑site to resolve technical issues promptly.

Conduct post‑event inventory checks and equipment returns.

About you

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related discipline.

2–3 years of hands‑on experience in event/exhibition operations or logistics.

Basic understanding of booth construction and safety standard operating procedures.

Willingness to work flexible hours (nights, weekends, public holidays) during event build‑up and teardown.

Possess own transport.

Crisis management and leadership abilities.

Physical stamina and team coordination skills.