Event Coordinator
Expertise Events
Posted 7 days ago
Are you an energetic and detail-driven coordinator with a passion for live events and exceptional experiences? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities? Join Expertise Events, Australia’s leading event organiser, and play a key role in bringing some of the country’s most exciting exhibitions to life.
About Us
Expertise Events is the leading Australian, family-owned exhibition and event organiser renowned for hosting iconic and exciting events such as Oz Comic-Con through to peak industry events such as the International Jewellery Fair and WineTech exhibitions. From pop culture conventions to business expos and beyond, our events cater to a variety of passionate audiences, providing incredible opportunities for brands to engage with targeted customers and people to celebrate their passions.
About the Role
As the Event Coordinator, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of various events hosted by Expertise Events. You’ll play a hands-on role in coordinating event logistics, liaising with clients and venues, managing supplier communications, and ensuring a seamless on-site experience.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety in their work and is looking to build a long-term career in events.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate assigned events and provide support to clients throughout the planning and delivery process
Liaise with internal departments and suppliers to ensure all client needs are understood and fulfilled
Plan and coordinate arrangements for allocated groups, aiming for seamless execution and client satisfaction
Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and contribute to the development of new innovations and enhancements to existing services and products
Draft event signage and collateral
Liaise with venues to confirm logistics and operational requirements
Schedule and book key event services including cleaning, security, registration, and ticketing
Review custom stand applications and coordinate approval processes
Communicate with clients and guests to confirm their event requirements
Assist in basic warehouse and stock management for event materials
Assist the Operations Manager in preparing departmental policies, procedures, process maps, event guidelines, and service manuals during the pre-opening phase
Travel with the events team to venues across Sydney and interstate for setup, execution, and pack-down of events
Skills & Experience
Tertiary qualifications in events or a related field are valued but not essential.
Experience in customer service role, preferably within events, hospitality, retail, or similar client-facing environments
Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients, suppliers, and teammates
Experience with Event Management Systems or CRMs (desirable, but not required)
What we're looking for
A strong personality, positivity, and enthusiasm — with a genuine passion for building lasting client relationships
A willingness to learn, take initiative, and support the wider team wherever needed
Resilience, reliability, and a solutions-focused mindset when managing multiple priorities
Why Join Us?
Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where we value trust, enthusiasm, taking pride in everything we do.
Growth Opportunity: Play a key role in growing our event business, and take ownership of your client relationships and sales pipeline.
Industry Leaders: We’re focused on delivering the best events possible and leaving people with amazing lasting experiences. Be part of a winning team.
If this sounds like a role you’d be excited about, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today, and we can discuss the details further.
Please note this is an onsite role. Permanent/ Australian Citizens will only be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About Expertise Events
Expertise Events is now the leading Australian owned and managed exhibition and event organiser, running more than 30 trade and consumer events in Australia and New Zealand each year.
Our Mission
We create successful niche exhibitions and events that connect people with markets, are renowned for being professional and memorable, reflect our personal touch and deliver long-lasting experiences.
Our Vision
To deliver personal and unique experiences that are beyond expectation and create long-term, loyal friendships.
Our Way
We work hard to deliver great experiences and we love it.
Our Principles
•We have a passion for what we do
•We value people working as a team
•We are honest with each other
•We learn and create
•We act boldly
•We embrace change
•We take responsibility
•We commit to being the best
•We understand urgency
•We have fun
About expertise events:
•The combined staff experience is more than 200 years.
•3,800 companies participate in our exhibitions each year, which in turn attract more than 600,000 visitors.
•Now directly employs more than thirty-three (33) staff.
•The only Australian exhibition company to have strong relationships with multiple major media outlets.
•Numerous innovative internet/web-based initiatives for both the client and provider have placed Expertise at the forefront of on-line interactivity.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website
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