Venue and Events Team Leader

The details:

About our opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced leaders to join our fun and energetic team at the Morayfield Sport & Events Centre (MSEC)!

MSEC is a dynamic and busy multi-purpose venue, comprising of five indoor timber sprung courts, a large indoor event space, meeting rooms and an onsite cafe that can be hired to facilitate and cater events and activities for over 3000 people, 7 days a week. Successful applicants may be required to work nights and weekends on a rotating roster.

As a Venue and Events Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the venue, including:

• Leading and inspiring a team of staff.
• Overseeing a range of exciting events and facility hires.
• Implementing training and development.
• Managing all areas of food safety and café operations.
• Undertaking financial reporting.
• Ensuring health & safety policies and procedures are met for all areas of the business.
• Act as an approved Manager for responsible service of alcohol.

This casual position will work shifts based on operational needs and this may include working nights and weekends.

About you

We’re looking for a team player that loves to work collaborative and contribute to a positive work environment! You will also have:

• Confidence in training, developing and coaching a diverse team.
• Strong administration experience and ability to learn new CRM & booking systems.
• Experience in venue operations and event management.
• Demonstrated experience in financial operations, including bank reconciliation, cash handling & POS systems.
• Passion for delivering a high standard of service for all stakeholders.
• Ability to take initiative and use your problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and continue career growth.

The role may be physically demanding at times as you will be involved in setting up and packing down events, so it’s important that you are comfortable with the physical aspects of the position.   

To be successful in this role you must possess a current Responsible Management of Licensed Venues (RMLV) certificate or be willing to obtain, as you will be the Approved Manager for liquor licencing activities.

Applicants must be willing to obtain an Apply First Aid Certification and Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification, Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

Position Description 

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Position internally known as 'Duty Manager'

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service and Mates in Construction program.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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