About the Company

Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) is the owner of Queen’s Wharf Brisbane (QWB), a landmark integrated resort comprising casino gaming, hotels, food and beverage, retail, entertainment, and public precinct assets.

Following the commencement of operations in 2024, DBC transitioned from a development-focused organisation to an asset owner, with responsibility for overseeing integrated resort performance delivered by the external operator, protecting investor and stakeholder value, meeting regulatory, lender and joint venture obligations, and driving the long-term commercial sustainability of the precinct.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Precinct Events Manager to join our team at Queen’s Wharf Brisbane.

Reporting to the Precinct Marketing and Events Manager, this role is responsible for delivering the precinct's annual events calendar, entertainment programming and destination activations to enhance visitor experiences, increase engagement and drive commercial performance.

Working collaboratively across hotels, food and beverage, gaming, entertainment, retail and precinct operations, you will play a key role in bringing Queen’s Wharf Brisbane to life as a vibrant, year-round destination.

The ideal candidate is more than an experienced events professional. You are a creative and commercially focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds robust stakeholder relationships and has the ability to transform ideas into memorable experiences while delivering measurable business outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Precinct Marketing & Events Planning

- Support the implementation of the annual precinct marketing and events plan in line with DBC's commercial objectives.

- Coordinate promotional activities to increase destination awareness, visitation and customer engagement.

- Support marketing and activation initiatives during peak trading periods, major events and new venue openings.

- Manage external agencies and specialist partners to ensure high-quality and cost-effective delivery.

- Monitor and evaluate event and campaign performance against agreed objectives.

Events, Entertainment & Precinct Activation

- Plan, coordinate and deliver the annual precinct events and entertainment calendar.

- Manage major events, festivals, sporting activations, concerts, community events and seasonal programs.

- Identify opportunities to maximise the use of public and shared precinct spaces.

- Coordinate event logistics, operational readiness, approvals, security, staffing and risk management.





- Ensure events and activations deliver exceptional guest experiences while meeting operational and commercial objectives.

Stakeholder & Partnership Management

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal departments, precinct operators, tenants and external stakeholders.

- Collaborate with retail, hospitality and entertainment operators to deliver integrated precinct activations.

- Work closely with event organisers, promoters, suppliers, sponsors and commercial partners.

- Identify opportunities for sponsorships, partnerships and cross-promotional activities.

- Ensure effective communication and coordination between all stakeholders involved in event delivery.

Financial & Performance Management

- Manage event and marketing budgets, forecasts and expenditure within approved financial controls.

- Monitor event performance, commercial returns and return on investment.

- Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and supplier value.

- Support commercial initiatives that increase precinct visitation, customer spending and non-gaming revenue.

- Prepare performance reports and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Compliance & Operational Coordination

- Ensure all events and activations comply with relevant legal, regulatory, licensing and workplace health and safety requirements.

- Coordinate necessary approvals and operational requirements with relevant stakeholders.

- Maintain brand consistency across all events, campaigns and promotional activities.

- Work collaboratively with contractors, suppliers and internal teams to ensure safe and successful event delivery.

Leadership & Collaboration

- Coordinate employees, contractors, agencies and project teams to ensure the successful delivery of precinct events and activations.

- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to support effective planning and execution of events.

- Work flexibly to meet operational and event requirements, including occasional evenings, weekends and public holidays.

- Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the Precinct Marketing and Events Manager.

About You To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- At least 5 years' relevant experience in integrated resort management, ideally within a complex precinct, integrated resort, hotel, entertainment or premium hospitality environment.





- Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering major events, entertainment programs and destination activations.

- Proven ability to develop commercial partnerships, sponsorships and cross-promotional opportunities.

- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships and influence across multiple business functions.

- Experience managing event budgets, suppliers, agencies and commercial contracts.

- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

- Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of event performance, customer engagement and return on investment.

- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

- A creative, proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.

- High levels of professionalism, resilience and sound judgement in a fast-paced environment.

- Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends and public holidays as required by event schedules.

A tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, business, events or a related discipline will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Join Us

- Be part of an iconic Brisbane destination – Contribute to the ongoing success of Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, one of Queensland's most significant entertainment and hospitality precincts.

- Create memorable experiences – Play a key role in delivering exciting events, entertainment and activations that attract visitors and bring the precinct to life.

- Work with diverse industry partners – Collaborate with leading hospitality, retail, entertainment and tourism operators.

- Broad commercial exposure – Gain experience across precinct marketing, event management, sponsorships, commercial partnerships and destination activation.

- Make a meaningful impact – Join a high-profile role where your creativity, commercial judgement and event management expertise will directly contribute to the precinct's long-term success.

Diversity

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where people feel valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all genders and sexual orientations.

We'd Love to Meet You

If you have the experience, creativity and passion to deliver exceptional events and help shape the future of Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

📌 Precinct Retail Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Destination Brisbane Consortium
📍 Brisbane