This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within the Venue Service team and help shape exceptional experiences across Council's cultural and civic venues. Working closely with Venue Service, Technical & Operations, the Museum team and Creative Communities, you will play a key role in ensuring our venues are welcoming, professionally managed and deliver outstanding outcomes for visitors, hirers and the community.

This is a full time temporary position until September 2027 (38 hours per week).

This is a Band 5 role with a salary range between $80,490 and $89,430 per annum, plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us:

Support work-life balance with your choice of monthly or fortnightly rostered day off.

- Generous leave options such as volunteer leave, family planning and menstrual and menopause leave.
- Opportunities for professional development and to take on temporary roles in other teams to grow your skills and experience.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Strong customer service and event delivery experience

The ability to lead and support others by supervising a team, coordinating events, managing venue bookings or working in a front of house leadership role.

A commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

The ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Confidence leading teams and coordinating staff in a dynamic venue environment.





A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Adaptability, professionalism and a willingness to support colleagues to achieve shared outcomes

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Applications close 11.59pm, Wednesday 2nd September 2026.

Contact person: Melanie Stanton, Cultural and Community Venue Coordinator, 6***

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at *******@yarraranges.vic.gov.au.

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check, Working with Children Check and Medical Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

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📌 Venue Service Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Yarra Ranges Council
📍 Melbourne