• Casual - $49.78 (hourly rate inclusive of 20% Casual loading)
• Level Four
• Vacancy 117/2025

The opportunity

The City of Mandurah Festivals and Events team is seeking a talented and experienced individual to fill a casual role of Events Support Officer. In this role, you will assist in the delivery of major festivals, sport and recreation events within the City of Mandurah which build the capacity of local businesses, the community and increase visitation to our City Centre.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience in major event management or similar discipline
• Previous experience with large scale event delivery in an outdoor public space
• Experience in inputting creative ideas into City events
• Working knowledge and experience of administration and operational implementation of major and complex events
• Previous experience in the planning and delivery of event and entertainment programs and services, preferably with the coordination of special events
• A flexible approach to working hours, as position requires some weekend and after-hours work
• Commitment to learning and understanding local government procedures and policies
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. Further information can be obtained by calling Dale Christy Coordinator Festivals & Events on (08) 9550 3622

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to participate in a full pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer