Venue Service & Administration Officer
Location: Tamworth, NSW
THE OPPORTUNITY
- Outstanding opportunity to join the dynamic team at one of Australia’s landmark facilities
- Contribute to the economic strength of the Tamworth Region
- Utilise your administration and operational support skills
The Australian Equine & Livestock Events Centre (AELEC) is one of the most unique events complexes in Australia; attracting a diverse range of world class and national events. It is a major contributor to the economic strength of our Region with opportunities to expand the commercial and tourism prospects of this incredible facility.
COULD THIS BE YOU?
Do you have experience providing administrative and operational support? This could be your next career opportunity!
Our ideal candidate will have excellent stakeholder communication skills and high level administration experience – coupled with a passion for planning and delivering national and international events.
The Venue Service & Administration Officer is responsible for:
- Assisting with event planning, operations and execution, both administratively and on-site.
- Supporting financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, billing and event reconciliations.
- Maintaining event documentation
- Facilitating communication with competitors, contractors and event organisers.
- Providing customer service and stakeholder support, ensuring a high-quality experience for clients and competitors.
- Assisting with funding applications and grant management related to events.
- Offering day-to-day administrative support and contributing to the overall efficiency of AELEC operations
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
- Certificate IV in Event Management or Business Administration and/or equivalent experience
- Current Driver Licence (Class C)
- Certificate III in Finance and/or relevant or equivalent experience
- Immunisations for Hepatitis, Tetanus, Q Fever (or willingness to undergo)
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidential discussion contact Ace Grinter Manager AELEC Precinct on 0448 490 197.
Salary range: Grade 10 $1,296.40 - $1,402.80 per week plus 12% superannuation for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
The ordinary hours of work are 38 hours per week not exceeding 152 hours in any 4 week period.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday, 19 June 2026.
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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.
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