About the role The Market Manager is responsible for the on-site operation of the markets each Sunday, from the very early morning set-up through to final pack-down. Typical Sunday hours are approximately 3:30am to 3:30pm. This is a one-day-per-week position, every Sunday, with approximately 11 to 12 hours per week. It would suit someone who enjoys working with people, being outdoors and taking responsibility for making sure a busy event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Key responsibilities

- Setting up the market prior to opening and overseeing pack-down at the end of the day

- Managing, supervising and directing market staff throughout the day

- Assisting stallholders with bump-in, positioning and operational requirements

- Ensuring stallholder bump-in and bump-out runs safely and efficiently

- Dealing with stallholders and patrons in a friendly, professional and confident manner

- Helping create a positive experience for everyone attending or working at the markets

- Ensuring the market operates safely, efficiently and in accordance with established procedures

- Troubleshooting issues as they arise and making practical decisions on the ground

- Maintaining presentation standards throughout the market

- Keeping a keen eye on the grounds and facilities and identifying any maintenance,



repairs or other issues requiring attention

About you

- At least 3 years' experience in events, markets, hospitality, venue operations or a similar hands-on management role

- Experience supervising and directing staff

- Excellent organisational and time-management skills

- Robust communication and people skills
- The confidence to deal professionally with staff, stallholders and members of the public
- A keen eye for detail and the ability to notice when something isn't quite right
- The ability to think on your feet, solve problems and make decisions without needing constant direction
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to get involved wherever required
- A positive, enthusiastic and approachable personality
- A current First Aid Certificate with CPR

- Love early mornings

- Reliable dedicated and trustworty

About us

Operating for more than 35 years, Mt Gravatt Markets is a well-established Brisbane weekend market, bringing together fresh produce, food, plants, fashion, collectables and trash & treasure in a fun and vibrant community atmosphere. The Markets provide a fun, fast-paced and vibrant environment to work in each weekend.

📌 Market Operations Manager (Mount Gravatt)
🏢 Mt Gravatt Markets
📍 Mount Gravatt