Venue & Events Supervisor (Casual)

Reference Number: 12777
Hourly Rate: $28.39 per hour + casual loading
Location: Tanks Arts Centre / Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
Close Date:  Sunday, 31 March 2019 

Situated in the Cairns Botanic Gardens precinct, just 4km north of the city’s CBD, the Tanks Arts Centre is an iconic and innovative multi-use, contemporary arts facility housed in three converted World War II naval oil storage tanks, and set amidst a lush rainforest backdrop.  The Tanks combines two main functions, that of a ‘presenter’ organisation offering a range of arts and cultural events and activities to a wide audience, and also as a community cultural development organisation which aims to proactively engage local communities in cultural expression and participation.  

We are now seeking a highly energetic & experienced Venue & Events Supervisor to join our team now! 

The primary objectives of the position are:  

• To manage and provide efficient and effective Venue and Patron Services. 
• Supervise Cultural Services Events, specifically at the Tanks Arts Centre.
• Supervise the Patron Service team, technicians and contractors throughout all venue productions and events to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure that Cultural Services venues provide a safe environment for all staff, artists, patrons and members of the public visiting or working in the Centre.

To be considered for this role you must have: 

• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of arts, cultural and entertainment events
• Relevant qualifications in production services and/or a minimum of 2 years’ relevant venue / event experience in a theatre company, large venue, major festival and/or entertainment environment
• A Current Responsible Service of Alcohol Certification (RSA)
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills
• General office administration and computer skills
• Demonstrated high level customer service
• Ability to work to a flexible time schedule
• Demonstrated supervisory skills
• Have a courteous and friendly disposition and advanced communication skills

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa