Are you passionate about creating memorable experiences in vibrant outdoor settings? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where every day brings new challenges and opportunities? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

North Sydney Council administers the North Sydney local government area on Sydney’s picturesque lower North Shore. Our 400 employees look after 77,000 residents spread across 10 square kilometres of land on the foreshores of Sydney Harbour providing spectacular harbour views, beautiful parklands and a bustling CBD.

The role 

As the Events Officer – Venues and Outdoor Spaces, you will be at the forefront of coordinating and administering third-party events across the North Sydney LGA. Your expertise will assist the events team in delivering an exciting and diverse annual events program that brings the community together.

You will also be responsible for ensuring that all event applications are complete with required plans, documentation, traffic plans and fees submitted. While on-site, you will coordinate the attendance of site managers at complex events and collaborate closely with event operators to ensure seamless execution in alignment with agreed-upon plans. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and review of the Public Events Policy and Guidelines, working in consultation with Council staff and event operators to ensure relevance and effectiveness. 

This role will also involve providing valuable insights and support in the creation of Council reports that advocate for third-party events, aligning them with community benefits and the overarching Council Events Strategy, along with seeking approval for key events that promise to enrich the community and enhance the region's cultural landscape.

In this dynamic role, you will be instrumental in shaping events that bring the community together, ensuring each gathering is a success! 

The person 

You are a proactive and highly organised individual with a proven track record in event coordination. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of event planning processes, including risk management, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.  With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you will excel at liaising effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration and the successful execution of events. 

Why work at NSC? 

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and positive workplace. Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes to the North Sydney Council. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.

North Sydney Council as an employer offers excellent employee benefits such as:

• Easy accessibility to work with spectacular harbour view work locations
• Access to Fitness Passport 
• Excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour working week for indoor employees or fortnightly RDO’s for outdoor employees
• Flexible working hours with access to flexi-time for indoor employees
• Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund
• A holistic health and well-being program offering exercise classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks
• Access to employee recognition and reward program
• Weekly fruit baskets
• Free access to counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Free financial advice by a certified Financial Planner
• Monetary transport allowance
• Invitations to local government events, training and planning sessions
• Access to corporate social events at picturesque harbour locations
• Close locale to transport options including train, bus, metro and bike ways 

If you’re ready to bring your energy and event know-how to a role that’s all about community, creativity, and fun, we want to hear from you!  

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume and provide a brief summary of how your skills and experience meet the key requirements of the role. 

it is an essential  requirement of this role that a Police Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC) is conducted. It is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Salary up to $96,000 per annum + 11.5% superannuation + $1,000 pa transport allowance 

35 hours per week with access to flexi time 

To view the Position Description, Click Here 

Closing Date: 19 June 2025 - 11.30pm 

North Sydney Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in order to  provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. North Sydney Council also adheres  to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. We strongly encourage candidates from wide-ranging backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply.