At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow exciting events in Warrnambool, collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
- Company: Join the vibrant Warrnambool City Council, dedicated to community and event excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, ongoing training, and great work-life balance perks.
- Other info: Permanent full-time role with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local events while enjoying a stunning coastal lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Experience in event management, marketing, and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 105206 - 105206 $ per year.
Do you have the passion and drive to further develop and grow the diverse portfolio of events already on offer in the city of Warrnambool? The Warrnambool Events Strategy 2024 - 2028 focuses on enabling our City to maximise the benefits of events for the local community, economy and environment whilst supporting the growth and attraction of destination events. You will enjoy the challenge of working with many different stakeholders, both internal and external to local government and also understand the operational, logistical, marketing, risk and financial elements of professional event delivery.
If you possess the following we want to hear from you:
- Success in event management, marketing and promotions
- A creative flare and ideas person
- Highly developed communication skills
- Proven experience in managing large budgets
- An ability to lead the development of a high performing team
The Benefits
This is a permanent full time position which carries a current starting salary of $105,206 per annum, exclusive of superannuation. Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Ongoing training and development
- Discount to Council owned facilities
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long service leave (pro-rata) after 7 years
Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Stephen Hoy, Manager Economic Development & Events.
Applications close: 5.00pm Sunday 18 October 2026
Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check.
About Warrnambool
Warrnambool is a vibrant and dynamic municipality that is home to 35,500 people, is the regional centre of South West Victoria. Nestled by the beautiful Southern Ocean, the city offers the successful candidate an outstanding lifestyle, services and facilities. The city is about 250km west of Melbourne. You can take the Princes Highway or if you prefer the scenic route, Warrnambool is at the end of the world-renowned Great Ocean Road, home of the Twelve Apostles.
Warrnambool City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Service Manager Events & Promotion in Warrnambool employer: Warrnambool City Council
Warrnambool City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises child safety, diversity, and inclusion. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, generous leave provisions, and a commitment to professional growth, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle of Warrnambool, located along the stunning Great Ocean Road. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable families in a community-focused environment.
