At a Glance

Work type: 35 hours per week
Salary: From $108,795.03 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Negotiable Part Time job-share opportunities)
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 27 September 2026

City of Parramatta is a progressive council with 260,000 residents: one community, proudly diverse. Parramatta is a vibrant city, with a growing developing business district with a thriving community of artists and creative industries, known for its rich history and diversity.

Central to our vision for an activated global city are the people – the artists, creative thinkers, communities, volunteers, participants, players, producers, creative enthusiasts and audiences.

About the role
The Event Producer – Live Music position is responsible for the leading the programming and delivery of entertainment and public event experiences for the City of Parramatta’s Events & Festivals team.

This role will balance out-of-hours work requirements and daily work priorities within Council’s flexible workplace policies.

In this role you will:

- Lead the planning, programming and delivery of live music within major public events and festivals that create memorable community experiences.
- Lead the planning, programming and delivery of City of Parramatta’s Live Music program.
- Manage event projects from concept to completion, ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget and in line with Council objectives.
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams, contractors, artists, suppliers and stakeholders to deliver successful events.
- Develop innovative event concepts, programming and sponsorship opportunities that enhance Council's Events and Festivals program.
- Build strong relationships across Council and the community to support strategic, sustainable and high-quality event delivery.

What’s on offer

We are offering a permanent full-time opportunity with a competitive remuneration package from $108,795.03 plus 12% superannuation.

If you are interested in a permanent part time opportunity, please ensure you outline your availabilities in your application and your Cover Letter.





This role will balance out-of-hours work requirements and daily work priorities within Council’s flexible workplace policies.

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

- Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
- Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
- Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
- Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
- Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

The successful candidate is someone who has:

- Significant amount of relevant live music programming and major events experience (typically 5 years) in a project is required.
- Proven experience delivering successful large public or private events, or similar activities or projects in the music, arts, cultural or related fields, demonstrating skills in complex project management and project leadership.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the entertainment and events industry, artists, performers, booking agencies etc.
- Understanding of the production aspects of large-scale public events including the provision of sound and lighting, staging, site management, risk management and risk mitigation, public safety, traffic, security and crowd management, and waste management.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:

- Tertiary qualifications, such as Marketing,



Event Management, Communications, Hospitality (or related discipline) or another relevant qualification.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer, to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact the Recruitment Team via ***********@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday 27 September 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

If you are interested in a permanent part time opportunity, please ensure you outline your availabilities in your application and your Cover Letter.

Please upload:

- Current resume and cover letter (max. 2 pages) addressing the Position Description

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working setting. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact ***********@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

📌 Event Producer - Live Music (Parramatta)
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