Venue Officer

Community Development | Community Development

• Casual positions available
• $48.48 per hour
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

Step into the spotlight as our new

Venue Officer and help bring Perth’s most dynamic events to life. Set within one of the city's most stunning historic venues, you’ll partner with diverse clients to deliver everything from high-profile corporate functions to elegant weddings and community showcases.

If you have the technical know-how to handle live logistics, the quick wit to solve problems on the fly, and a genuine passion for people to help deliver seamless events, we want you at the heart of our action.

What makes this role exciting?

• Facilitate a Diverse Program of High-Profile Events: Provide critical operational support across a high-volume calendar of concerts, festivals, performances, exhibitions, community, corporate and civic events within one of Perth's premier landmark venues.
• Ensure Operational Compliance and Safety: Oversee end-to-end venue logistics, including technical configurations, facility management, and strict adherence to liquor licensing regulations and hire agreements.
• Deliver Exceptional Client and Stakeholder Support: Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for diverse clients, ensuring their event objectives are met through professional communication and meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintain Premium Venue Standards and Accessibility: Guarantee the facility is presented to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and universal accessibility, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all community members and dignitaries.

Whether you're setting the stage, fine-tuning sound and lighting, or ensuring every guest has a flawless experience — you’ll be part of Perth’s thriving event scene.

About You

• Quick to learn and operate technical systems
• Great communicator and team player
• Customer-focused with a professional approach
• Strong time management and multitasking skills

If your experience and capabilities match these criteria, we welcome your application.

Above all, you will live our values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage and Respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role and working at the City.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa)
• Fitness for work via a pre-employment medical
• Responsible Service of Alcohol Training (RSA)
• Have completed or willingness to complete: Working at Heights Course
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How To Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on 26 July 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.

For further information please contact Jordan Taylor , Supervisor Town Hall , 08 9461 3514, ***email_hidden***.