- Be part of the team delivering unforgettable major events across Melbourne, including New Year’s Eve and Firelight.
- Permanent, Full Time Opportunity
- $87,550 + 12% Super

About the role

The Event Coordinator sits within the Event Strategy and Delivery team in Experience Melbourne and offers an exciting opportunity to help bring some of Melbourne’s most iconic major events to life.

Working across the New Year’s Eve and Firelight teams, you’ll provide hands-on coordination and operational support across the planning, delivery and wrap-up of major events that attract thousands of people into the city.

A little more about the role

- Coordinate key operational components across New Year’s Eve and Firelight, supporting delivery from planning through to bump-in, live event and bump-out.
- Build trusted relationships with internal teams, businesses, contractors, suppliers and community stakeholders, confidently navigating questions, concerns and competing needs.
- Keep multiple priorities moving at once from event plans, schedules and logistics through to contractors, infrastructure, safety requirements and onsite operations.
- Respond quickly and calmly when plans change, using sound judgement and a practical, solutions-focused approach to keep event delivery on track.

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact,



contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You’re an organised, adaptable and confident event professional who enjoys working at pace and seeing plans come to life. You’re comfortable building relationships with people from all walks of life and know how to communicate clearly and professionally, even when conversations are challenging or circumstances are changing quickly.

What your experience might look like

- Demonstrated experience in event coordination, operations and delivery, ideally within large-scale, public or community events.
- Robust project management and organisational skills, including managing plans, deadlines, budgets and multiple competing priorities.
- Proven ability to develop effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, contractors, businesses and community members.
- An understanding of operational and risk management requirements associated with major events and the ability to respond effectively to issues as they arise.
- Strong event administration and communication skills, with experience preparing event plans, schedules, reports and other documentation to support successful event delivery.

Benefits of working with us

- Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.
- Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave,



with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.
- Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
- Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

We'd love to hear how you can make an impact in this role! As part of your application, you will be required to:

- Attach your updated resume
- Include a cover letter (max one page) outlining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Monday, 14 September 2026.

A few important things to note – don’t miss out!

- Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.
- Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.
- We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Need more info?

Refer to the position description below or contact Natasha Benrad – Senior Manager Premier Events, **************@melbourne.vic.gov.au.

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.

📌 Event Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 City Of Melbourne
📍 Melbourne