The Position

The Event Coordinator provides support and assistance to the Senior Events Coordinator and Events Manager in the delivery of event day operations including financial, human resource, emergency management, and traffic management as well as providing high level administrative assistance.

Key Tasks

Coordinate the recruitment of casual event staff including selection, induction, training and rostering, as well as arranging uniforms, ID’s and equipment for casual event day staff.

Coordinate the resourcing of events, including rostering casual staff for event days and mid-week activities, set up and break down requirements for service providers.

General Event, Administrative and Financial support duties to ensure delivery of events within budgets and timeframes in compliance with SQ’s financial practices and administrative procedures.

Undertake pre and post event checks of the Venue and ensure that any items of exception relating to risk, incident reporting, maintenance and /or safety are reported, recorded and actioned

Assist in the development, implementation and review of the operational needs of the Venue in relation to event hirers and other contractors.

Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders.

Participate in event planning, briefing and debriefing meetings including preparing, distributing and managing event documentation, agendas and action items.

Coordination of event logistics, including pre event set up and seasonal venue changeover.

Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with SQ’s policies and procedures, particularly in the areas of workplace health and safety, security management, equal

employment opportunity, workplace harassment, bullying and discrimination.

About You

Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

Minimum 2 years’ experience in an event or operations role

Excellent communication, customer services, negotiation, interpersonal and networking skills

Event experience in a multi seated facility at a major venue

Time Management skills to prioritise and multi-tasking on projects

Well-developed planning ,scheduling and organisational skills

Project planning and event administration skills

Ability to make quick decisions and to delegate effectively

Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and train staff effectively

Ability to deal with difficult people in a professional manner

Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of emergency management procedures

Well-developed computer skills and ability to acquire knowledge quickly

High work ethic, commitment to a professional presentation, ethical practice and flexibility in the workplace

High level Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook processing skills

If this position or working at SQ has intrigued you and you're driven to join us on our journey, apply now via the Stadiums Queensland Careers page

At SQ, we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and life experience to apply. We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace, enabling all staff to feel valued and thrive in a rewarding team and culture. So, you can shine through this recruitment process, please let us know if you required any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies.

Applications Close: Sunday, 20 July 2025

About the venue

First established in 1895, The Gabba has hosted many major events including cricket, AFL, baseball, rugby league, rugby union, Olympic soccer and concerts.

The Gabba is best known as the home of the Brisbane Lions, Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat and is regarded as a fortress for the Australian cricket team, with one of the best cricket wickets in the world. The venue has a 42,000 capacity and a range of function and meeting spaces that are used extensively throughout the year.

Top five reasons for wanting to join the SQ Team…

Innovative & Fun – with a calendar of world-class events and sporting fixtures, why wouldn’t you want to be a part of something big, and also provide local communities with an awesome customer-centric experience.

Achievement & Challenge – if you thrive on challenge and recognition, SQ may be perfect for you. This is an organisation where employees contribute to make a difference and receive recognition for their professionalism and results.

Learning and Development – SQ wants to develop future leaders and specialists in their fields. SQ offers exciting career opportunities at some of the best facilities in the world.

Teamwork – we are supportive, enthusiastic, and passionate – One team, One dream, One SQ enabling us to deliver world-class experiences and celebrate the successes

World Class Venues – If you have ever attended one of our venues, you’ll already know, our venues are both historic and iconic, and create a stage for memorable sporting and entertainment events delivered with the highest level of environmental sustainability and social governance.

With some of the most entertaining products and services on offer, it is no wonder people want to join the Stadiums Queensland team!