The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and evolve into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in the City of Parramatta means that Council, its partners, and the community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.

As part of this exciting journey, we are currently seeking 2 casual Events & Public Activities Crew to join our team and contribute to delivering vibrant, engaging public activations and events across the City.

At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council's Child Safe Commitment Statement.

About the role

This position is responsible for providing operational support across a range of Council events and activations, ensuring safe and efficient event delivery and a high-quality experience for the public.

You will:

• Oversee the delivery of public events, functions, exhibitions, and activities of all sizes.
• Assist with marketing, material distribution, and business engagement.
• Provide on-site support to contractors, artists, suppliers, and agencies.
• Use basic hand and power tools to install, maintain, or remove infrastructure.
• Anticipate issues, problem-solve, and collaborate effectively.
• Work independently across various venues, with minimal supervision.
• Maintain professional relationships with businesses, authorities, and agencies.
• Deliver high-quality customer service and act as a City and Council ambassador.
• Engage directly with the public through rides, workshops, and activities.
• Monitor and safeguard equipment, infrastructure, and supplies.
• Offer feedback and ideas to improve event programming and strategy.
• Follow instructions to ensure events are well-managed and meet standards.
• Uphold WHS obligations and ensure safety for all on-site.
• Comply with EEO, cultural diversity, and Council policies.
• Act ethically, honestly, and fairly to enhance customer service and operations.

About You

The successful candidate should have previous experience in events, hospitality, customer service, or a related area, preferably in an outdoor, public-facing environment.

You will also bring:

Experience

• Working in a dynamic, high-paced environment with public interaction.
• Working in physically demanding roles, such as lifting, moving, or installing equipment.

Qualification

• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain.
• Current Driver's Licence (desirable).
• Event or safety-related certifications (desirable).

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and schedules.
• Understanding of safety procedures and risk awareness in public spaces.

What's on offer

We are offering an attractive hourly rate from $35.00 plus 25% casual loading.

In addition, City of Parramatta also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer, which outlines Council's core values and behaviours.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Jackson Morphett Field at [email protected]

How to apply

Candidates must apply online by uploading a resume & cover-letter outlining their suitability for the role.

Applications close 9pm, Thursday 26th June 2025

As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply.

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.