Venue Presentation (Cleaning) Leading Hand – Job Ad (Casual)

Marriner Group is a dynamic Australian‑owned company, managing five world‑class entertainment and event venues including the Princess Theatre, Regent Theatre, Comedy Theatre, Forum Melbourne, and the Plaza Ballroom. Based in Melbourne’s CBD, our venues host some of the world’s most acclaimed live performances, productions, and events.

We are seeking experienced Venue Presentation Leading Hands to join our Venue Presentation team on a casual basis, working across our Melbourne CBD venues.

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for leading cleaning teams and ensuring our venues are presented to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety and presentation. Working closely with the Venue Presentation Manager and Coordinator, Leading Hands play an important role in coordinating daily operations, supporting team members and ensuring venue presentation outcomes are achieved efficiently and consistently.

About the Role

As a Venue Presentation Leading Hand, you will lead and work alongside Venue Presentation team members, providing direction, support and quality oversight across a range of venue cleaning activities.

- Coordinating and allocating tasks to Venue Presentation team members
- Leading by example and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Monitoring work quality and ensuring cleaning activities are completed efficiently and safely
- Supporting the training and development of new and existing team members
- Assisting with stock control, equipment monitoring and venue presentation requirements
- Communicating regularly with the Venue Presentation Manager and Coordinator regarding staffing, operational requirements and venue needs




- Promoting safe work practices and ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety procedures
- Assisting with problem solving and responding to operational issues as they arise.

The role remains actively involved in all aspects of venue cleaning and presentation, including auditorium, foyer, restroom and backstage areas, while also providing day‑to‑day leadership and support to the team.

About You

You are an experienced, reliable and motivated cleaning professional who enjoys working as part of a team and leading others to deliver great results.

You will bring:

- Previous commercial cleaning or venue presentation experience
- Experience supervising or leading a team, ideally within cleaning, hospitality, facilities, events or a similar environment
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
- The ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict timeframes
- Sound organisational and problem‑solving skills
- A positive, proactive and team‑focused approach
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including early mornings, weekends and public holidays where required.
- First Aid qualifications, experience in workplace health and safety and experience training or mentoring staff will be highly regarded.

Why Marriner Group?

- Help deliver extraordinary events in Melbourne’s most prestigious and iconic heritage‑listed venues
- Be part of a passionate, supportive, and high‑performing team
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development, with potential for future growth
- Enjoy access to staff benefits including opportunities to attend some of Melbourne’s best shows and events
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing and personal support
- Competitive remuneration and benefits

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📌 Venue Presentation (Cleaning) Leading Hand (Melbourne)
🏢 Marriner Group
📍 Melbourne