ABOUT US

After opening our stunning new expansion, we are looking to expand our team to ensure we can continue to deliver amazing clients and guest experiences. Now is the time to take your career to the next step and work at a world-class venue with a passionate group of people.

The Cairns Convention Centre is an award-winning venue located on the shores of the Great Barrier Reef. Cairns is a relaxed tropical city that provides opportunities for everyone. The city has undergone a transformation in recent years including new 5-star hotels, the Esplanade dining precinct, rooftop bars and university advancements. Cairns is an amazing place to work and live if you enjoy an idyllic, natural lifestyle.

The Centre is home to some of the largest conferences and events in Tropical North Queensland. Where no two days are the same, the centre hosts an exciting array of events, conferences, concerts, NBL basketball games, banquets, public events, and performances. You will work with a team of dedicated professionals to achieve excellence in events in our multi-million dollar refurbished and brand-new building.

At the Cairns Convention Centre we strive to create a working environment that rewards excellence and creates opportunities for advancement, while ensuring a balance between work, family and community.

ABOUT THE ROLE

EVENT PLANNER

(Full Time)

This position provides seamless planning, coordination and successful delivery of world -class events at the Cairns Convention Centre. Working across an array of events, this position strives to meet and exceed client and event expectations in the most efficient and professional manner. 

 Coordinate and deliver world class events and meet client’s requirements and expectations.

• Conduct informative site inspections and pre-event meetings.
• Ensure client satisfaction during events through maintaining a high profile.
• Maintenance of all event related financial and purchasing documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Assist in the efficient management of all incoming and outgoing client freight.
• Co-ordination of public and ticketed events.
• Duty coverage during events where required.
  
• Coordinate external suppliers and requirements alongside client needs.

ABOUT YOU

Everyday our people are responsible for delivering extraordinary experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

You will have a shared values and people-centric mind set and genuinely want to make a difference. That's what makes you stand out from the crowd and why we want to meet with you.

You will be:

• 3-5 year Experience in the Events Industry (Required). 
• Passionate about the events industry.
• Knowledgeable about event management systems, possibly Ungerboeck software.
  
• An exceptional communicator.
• Client focused, Well presented and Highly organised.
• Knowledgeable about food and beverage and special event operations.
• Flexible with working hours.
• A degree in Hospitality, Tourism or Event Management (desirable).

A satisfactory National Police Records Check is required for this role.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ASM Global is the world's leading producer of entertainment experiences. It is the global leader in venue and event strategy and management - delivering locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to maximise the guest experience. The company's elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 350 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, performing arts venues, and convention and exhibition centres, including Moscone Center San Francisco; ICC Sydney Australia; Olympia London; Shenzhen World China; and P&J Live in Aberdeen, U.K.

ASM Global has always had a bold vision to be a true employer of choice, great place to work and a company who provides long term careers and development opportunities.

A satisfactory National Police Records Check is required for this role.

Working in the venue and event industry means supporting the delivery of events across our event calendar. This means that weekend, evening and public holiday work will be required.

We have lodged this role on our own site as we are managing this project directly. No recruitment agencies please.

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