Join One of Australia’s Fastest Growing Event Companies

Out There Group is one of Australia’s leading independent event management and event ownership businesses, creating, owning and delivering some of the most recognised festivals, motorsport events, major public celebrations and live experiences in the region.

What began as a successful Australian event company has evolved into an international event business, with a growing portfolio of events and projects spanning Australia, New Zealand and the United States.

Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Summernats, Red CentreNATS, MotorEx, RockyNats and the National Drag Racing Championship, alongside a growing pipeline of major events, commercial projects and new ventures across multiple markets.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people attend events delivered by our team.

What makes Out There Group different is that we’re not simply an event contractor. We own events, build brands, create experiences and develop communities. We are entrepreneurial, ambitious and constantly seeking current opportunities to grow our portfolio, expand into new markets and create industry-leading experiences.

Following significant growth in recent years, we continue to invest heavily in our people, systems and events. With our expansion into international markets and an exciting pipeline of future projects, there has never been a more exciting time to join the business.

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence outcomes, work on nationally and internationally recognised events and build your career alongside a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.





This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Event Manager to join a rapidly growing event business at a pivotal stage of its evolution, helping lead projects across Australia while contributing to our expanding international portfolio in New Zealand and the United States.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Event Operations, the Event Manager will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of major events across the Out There Group portfolio.

You will manage project schedules, budgets, contractors, stakeholders and operational teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of major events

- Manage project schedules, critical paths and milestone programs

- Develop and manage event budgets, forecasts and reconciliations

- Lead stakeholder, client, authority and contractor relationships

- Oversee procurement and contract management processes

- Manage event operations, logistics and workforce planning

- Identify and mitigate project risks

- Lead event delivery teams onsite across Australia

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence

- Mentor and support Coordinators

Working Environment

This is a full-time, office-based leadership role located at our Kingscliff,



NSW headquarters.

A competitive relocation package is available for the right candidate. We provide flexible options to help with travel and initial relocation expenses. Final arrangements will be customised based on individual needs and discussed during the offer phase.

At Out There Group, we believe exceptional events are built through collaboration, innovation and strong team culture. Our Event Operations team works closely together every day, bringing ideas to life and solving challenges in a fast-paced and highly engaging environment.

Given the leadership responsibilities of this role and the need to work closely with clients, stakeholders, contractors and internal teams, the position is based from our Kingscliff office.

In return, you’ll enjoy being immersed in the planning and delivery of some of Australia’s most recognised events while working alongside an experienced and passionate team of event professionals.

About You

You are a proven event leader who combines strategic thinking with exceptional operational execution.

You’ll Bring

- Minimum 7 years’ experience delivering large-scale events, festivals or major projects

- Strong project management and financial management capability

- Exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams

- Strong commercial acumen and contract management experience

- Excellent planning, reporting and organisational skills

- Ability to work under pressure and solve problems proactively

- Willingness to travel nationally and work event-related weekends

📌 Event Manager - Major Events & Festivals (Kingscliff)
🏢 The Out There Group
📍 Kingscliff