- Permanent / Full Time
- Salary: $68,489 - $76,980 gross p.a. plus 12% Super
- 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with the option of flexitime
- Located at Nowra Administration Building, Bridge Road Nowra
- Applications close: Thursday, 16 April 2026 (at midnight)
About the Role
This role manages the day‑to‑day administration and coordination of events, street stalls, and film and photography applications on Council‑owned or managed land. It provides guidance to event organisers to support successful delivery, ensuring all approvals are obtained and activities comply with relevant legislation and Council policies. This includes:
- Provide a central point of contact for event organisers; coordinate the event permit and licence approval process; and provide advice on legal compliance, insurance and Development Application requirements (including any requirements from other authorities) for events on public reserves and facilities.
- Attend and, where appropriate, organise event meetings to provide advice on commercial and community events, including pre-event meetings and post-event debriefs to assess ongoing event needs and support future success. Coordinate and assist with event planning as required.
- Represent Council by supporting community events through meetings, liaison and stakeholder engagement, and provide event support as required.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Administration and / or equivalent experience
- Tertiary qualification in Event Planning and / or equivalent experience
- Class C Driver's License.
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
The ideal candidate is organised, customer‑focused, and confident coordinating multiple activities, with strong communication skills and the ability to guide stakeholders through approval processes and compliance requirements.
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
- What interests you about working in the Event Liaison Officer role at Shoalhaven City Council, and outline how your experience in events align with the responsibilities of the position.
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253 or 02 4429 3203.
Applications Close: Thursday, 16 April 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Zeah McMillan - Lead - Events & Bookings - 02 4429 3541
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
