Festival & Events Officer

Festival & Events Officer (Casual)

Are you passionate about bringing events to life and creating memorable experiences for the community?

Join our dynamic team and help deliver some of Mackay’s most exciting festivals, including the iconic Mackay Festival of Arts and a diverse range of community and civic events such as Global Grooves and New Years celebrations.

This is your opportunity to build your career in events while making a real impact in the local community.

Working under the guidance of the Festivals & Events Coordinator, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of a wide range of festivals and events.

You’ll be involved in everything from logistics and stakeholder coordination to marketing support and post-event evaluations — no two days will be the same!

Key Responsibilities

In this varied and hands-on role, you will:

• Assist with the coordination and delivery of festivals and events
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors and consultants
• Support event evaluation and administration processes
• Engage with community members, stakeholders and partners to encourage participation
• Identify sponsorship opportunities and support business partnerships
• Assist with grant research and applications
• Contribute to the development and implementation of event marketing strategies
• Provide general support to the Festivals & Events Coordinator

About You

Essential Requirements

• Working with Children (Blue Card)
• QLD ‘C’ Class Driver Licence (or ability to obtain)

Experience

• Experience assisting with event planning, coordination and delivery
• Experience supporting marketing and communication strategies
• Exposure to events and sponsorship coordination

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and time management skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to engage positively with a wide range of stakeholders and the public
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to work within budget constraints
• Willingness to undertake physical duties during event setup and delivery

Knowledge

• Understanding of community event and festival delivery
• Knowledge of marketing materials and promotional activities
• Awareness of sponsorship practices and grant opportunities

Desirable

• Qualification in Event Management, Marketing ora related field
• Experience with sponsorship strategies, contract management or website maintenance
• Understanding of risk management and social media marketing platforms

Why Join MRC?

• Hourly rate of $39.00 + casual loading
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Any 5 out of 7 rosters.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Applications

If you are ready to apply, please review the attached position description and upload a cover letter and resume today !