Events, Arts & Culture Assistant (Casual)
Level 2 $32.33 to $43.10* per hour (including casual loading)
*increasing to $33.63 to $44.83 per hour as of 1st July 2025

The Role

We're looking for Customer Service champions to join us as an Events, Arts & Culture Assistant (Casual)!

Working across the Town of Port Hedland Libraries, Matt Dann Theatre and Cinema, JD Hardie Youth Centre and other external event sites, the Events, Arts & Culture Assistant - Casual is responsible for:

• Providing event management support, including setup and pack away of event equipment (signage, marquees, tables, chairs).
  
• Maintaining high customer service standards, ensuring friendly, timely, and efficient interactions.
  
• Providing support and guidance to stakeholders with their enquiries.
  
• Promoting the Town's community events program.
  
• Supporting risk management processes, including risk management plans, assessments, and documentation.
  
• Maintaining professional and responsible cash handling practices.
  
• Ensuring compliance with Work Health and Safety Act 2020, Regulations 2022, and other relevant legislation and policies.
  

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• First Aid Certificate (or ability to obtain)
  
• WA Working with Children Card (or ability to obtain)
  
• Rights to work in Australia
  
• Ability to work outside of regular office hours
  
• National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain)
  
• WA C Class Drivers Licence
  
  

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible Working Hours
  
• Competitive Hourly Rate
  
• 11.5% superannuation - with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
  
• Wellness program (includes up to 50% off gym membership, pool passes etc.)
  
• Training and professional development opportunities
  
  

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close at 11:30 PM on Wednesday 9th April 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.