Corporate Events Manager | External Events4d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job BoardGEMA Group | OPEN TO APPLICANTS IN SYDNEY, MELBOURNE OR BRISBANEGEMA Group is a family-owned Australian hospitality and catering business, established in **** and still driven by the same passion for food and service that got us started.
Over four decades we've grown into a team operating across 16 venues in Victoria, Current South Wales, and Queensland, from corporate dining rooms to some of the country's biggest stages.
We're equally proud to be the caterer of choice for major greenfield event clients including The Australian Open, Formula One Australian Grand Prix, Australian PGA Championship, Australian Golf Open and Supercars series across Australia, delivering exceptional experiences at scale, under pressure, and without compromise.We're looking for a Corporate Event Manager to join our teamto plan and deliver large-scale corporate events bringing complex logistics together to create seamless and memorable experiences for our clients and their guests.This full-time position will suit a proven Corporate Events professional that has a passion for Innovation, client relationships as well as Corporate Event Coordination and loves to be hands on!
You will have the skills to create a memorable event and the determination to go above and beyond client's expectations.About the RoleReporting into our National Corporate Events Manager, you'll take ownership of the full event lifecycle, from planning and budgeting through to on-the-day execution, while building strong client relationships and leading event teams to see our events come to life onsite with set up, delivery, leadership and passion and deliver GEMA's standard of service every time.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan,



manage and deliver large-scale corporate catering events at greenfield sites, developing detailed event plans, timelines, and logistics alongside our Event managers and Event operations coordinators...One team one dream!
Coordinate internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality, seamless eventsBuild strong client relationships through personalised service and clear communicationOversee the corporate event operation end-to‐end, setup, execution, and breakdownFostering a collaborative and positive team cultureDevelop and manage event budgets, monitor costs and revenue and invoicingAdapt to the fast pace of event operations, driving continuous improvementUphold GEMA's Integrated Management System (IMS), ensuring compliance with Quality, Safety, and Environment standards, and participating in audits and reviews as requiredAbout YouProven experience in corporate event planning and managementStrong understanding of event logistics, planning, and executionExcellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously under pressureHands on - a must and a team player!
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsCreative and love innovationA proactive, solutions-focused approach to challengesMust be willing to travel to multiple event sites across Australia as required.Why GEMA?
We back our teams to bring big, ambitious events to life, and you'll work alongside experienced hospitality professionals who take real pride in what they deliver.
This is a role for someone who wants variety, challenge, and the chance to leave their mark on some of Australia's most high-profile events, all while being part of a close-knit, supportive team culture.
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📌 Corporate Events Manager | External Events (New South Wales)
🏢 Gema Group
📍 New South Wales