Main characteristics
- Location
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Company
- IRONMAN, Oceania
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Sport & Recreation
Job summary
The IRONMAN series of events is one of the largest individual participation sports platforms in the world. Our specialty within the Oceania region is high-profile mass participation triathlon, cycling & running events, including the iconic Noosa and Mooloolaba Triathlon Festivals.We are looking for an experienced Event Operations Coordinator (Event Organiser) who will be an Event professional to join the IRONMAN Oceania team.
They will be responsible for leading/ overseeing delivery teams to ensure the effective and efficient planning and delivery of event operations specific to their events.
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for the right person to join the organisation at a period of innovation, growth and expansion. We are customer- focussed and innovation-led and are looking for an experienced Event professional with the same values, passion and Anything is Possible mind-set. In return there's the opportunity to be part of a great team and experience the atmosphere and excitement behind the scenes as athletes achieve their dreams.
Key responsibilities:Event planning- manage planning and timelines; liaise with other departmentsDevelop documents for staff and stakeholders e.g. site plans, Traffic plans and Community Consultation plansAssist to manage stakeholder relationships and lodge event permitsScope and coordinate equipment plans; event vehicle plans; prepare Supplier agreementsScope and coordinate contractor requirementsLiaise with IRONMAN Volunteer Coordinator regarding Volunteer requirementsFinancial- negotiate costs and submit invoices for paymentAdministration- ensure all Health & Safety requirements are managed and adhered to.Post event- provide debrief reports.
The ideal candidate:You will have tertiary qualifications in event management or a related degree.You will have a proven track record in the events industry with a minimum of 3 years' events experience.Prior Event Operations experience preferred.Road event experience desirable.Experience in working within a set budget.Proven ability to multi-task, work under pressure and within required deadlines.Excellent organisational skills, time management and attention to detail.High level of verbal and written communication skills.Professional, enthusiastic, personable and able to work well in a team.Prepared and willing to travel and work weekends for events.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been searching for then we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter by close of play on 2 June 2022.