In-Demand Event venue manager Jobs in Queensland

Venue & Event Operations Manager
Mackay Regional Council —Mackay QLD
- $63 - $69 an hour
- Temporary
- Hospitality
- Management
- No degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
Sports Competition Venue Managers
Queensland Social Sports —Tallebudgera QLD
- $30 - $35 an hour
- In-person
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9d
Assistant Venue Manager
Burleigh Pavilion —Burleigh Heads QLD
Event Manager
Red Rock Venues —Cairns QLD
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
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8d
Marketing & Events Manager
The Club Hotel Motel Roma —Roma QLD
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Employee discount
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9d
Venue Manager
Club Gladstone —Gladstone QLD
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Part-time
- POS
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Venue Duty Manager - Theatre Services
Rockhampton Regional Council —Rockhampton QLD
- $47.96 - $50.99 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Working with children
- Employee assistance program
13d
Venue Manager
Grand View Hotel Bowen —Bowen QLD
- Full-time
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Venue Manager - Bar (Pre-Opening)
Andaz Gold Coast —Gold Coast QLD
- Full-time
- Restaurant experience
7d
Event Operations & Project Manager - South Bank, QLD
Luxury Travel Collection —South Bank QLD
- Full-time
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Negotiation
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
3d
Assistant Venue Manager | Felons Barrel Hall
Howard Smith Wharves —Brisbane QLD
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Leadership
2d
Venue General Manager - West End
Yo-Chi —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
Assistant Venue Manager
Isa Hotel —Mount Isa QLD
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Communication skills
- Free food
Southbank Assistant Venue Leader
Yo-Chi —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Leadership
Meeting and Events Executive
Accor Apartments & Realty —Port Douglas QLD
- $79,499 - $89,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Customer service
Venue Manager
Artesian Hospitality —Bowen Hills QLD
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Hotel experience
- Kitchen
- Employee discount
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6d
Functions Manager
Australian Venue Co —Marcoola QLD
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Leadership
Assistant Venue Leader
Yo-Chi —Springfield Central QLD
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Leadership
1d
Venue Manager
Crystalbrook Flynn —Cairns QLD
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Parental leave
Retail Manager – Hospitality, Liquor & Gaming Operations
Oasis Hotel Motel Cloncurry —Cloncurry QLD
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Management
- Team management
- In-person
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14d

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Venue & Event Operations Manager

Mackay Regional Council -
Mackay QLD

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Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$63 - $69 an hour
10 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Hospitality
Management
RSA
Blue Card
Driver Licence
Organisational skills
Working with Children Check
Leadership

Full Job Description

Venue & Event Operations Manager

Temporary Full-Time (ASAP Start – August 2027)

Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-profile venue and event environments?

Mackay Regional Council is seeking an experienced Venue & Event Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day and strategic operations of the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC) and associated venues during a temporary full-time contract.

This is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same — perfect for an experienced individual who can confidently lead teams, manage complex events, and build strong stakeholder relationships while maintaining exceptional service standards.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager MECC and Events, the Venue & Event Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing safe, effective, and high-quality venue and event operations across MECC and associated facilities.

Depending on experience, the successful candidate may be appointed at Level 7 or Level 8, contributing at both operational and strategic levels.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and managing multidisciplinary teams across venue operations and event delivery
Overseeing the planning and delivery of a diverse range of events and functions
Managing operational budgets, resources, and service delivery outcomes
Building strong relationships with clients, contractors, community stakeholders, and partners
Ensuring compliance with legislative, licensing, WHS, and safety requirements
Driving continuous improvement, service innovation, and high-performance culture
Undertaking Duty Manager responsibilities as required

Some weekend and out-of-hours work will be required to support event operations.

About You

You are a confident people leader with proven experience in venue or event operations and the ability to balance operational delivery with stakeholder and team leadership responsibilities.

You will bring:

3–5 years’ experience in venue management, event operations, hospitality, or a related field
Demonstrated experience leading teams in a dynamic, customer-focused environment
Strong operational, financial, and organisational skills
Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Sound knowledge of WHS, licensing, and compliance obligations within event and venue settings

Essential Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Event Management, Venue Management, Business, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience
QLD “C” Class Driver Licence (or transferable equivalent)
Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
Willingness to undertake a Criminal History Check
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
Responsible Management of Licensed Venues (RMLV)

Why Join MRC?

Base hourly rate of $63.00 - $69.00 (This is a temporary banded 7 – 8 position. The level offered will be determined by qualifications and experience).
Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
Study and assistance programs for career development.
Learningand career development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
Active Social Clubs.

Applications for this position may close earlier than expected.

Don’t delay - if you are ready to apply, please submit your cover letter and resume today.

Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.

Location:

Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre

Work Type:

Temporary Full Time

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