Events Officer

About this role

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council. • Temporary Full-Time until July 2027 • 9 Day Fortnight • Fitness Passport option + On-Site Parking Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice. Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities . The Role Reporting to the Events Lead and based in Windsor NSW, the primary purpose of this role is to assist in the delivery of civic and community events, community engagement programs, administering Council’s Event Strategy and Council’s Event Sponsorship Program and the assistance with general public relations, community liaison and media relations including managing a range of communication programs relating to events within the Corporate Communications and Events Branch. There is a physical aspect to both positions which will include set up and pack down for events. About You You will be self-motivated and driven to deliver results in a fast paced work environment. You are passionate about community and general public relations . You will be eager to deliver exceptional experiences to the community whilst being an ambassador for Hawkesbury City Council. You have exceptional communication skills and be physically fit to lift and move equipment in order to perform therequirements of the position. Essential Criteria • Experience in the delivery of civic and community events • Understanding of event related legal, contractual and risk management issues • Experience in the delivery of event policy and procedures related to Local Government • Knowledge of social media platforms to engage and connect with target audiences • Experience working with volunteers, voluntary committees and community organisations • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • The right to live and work in Australia • Class C Drivers Licence • WHS General Construction Work in NSW • Working with Children Check (WWCC) • Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration Desirable Criteria • Tertiary qualifications in Events Management, Communications, Public Relations or a related field • Adobe Suite experience • First Aid/ CPR Certificate • Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Licence • Traffic Control RMS Certificate The Rewards An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience. • Great working environment • Fortnightly Rostered Day Off • Paid Parental Leave • Tertiary Education Assistance • Health and Wellbeing Program • Long Service Leave after 5 years • Training and Development Opportunities • Employee Reward and Recognition program • Fitness Passport option • Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities • Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family To Apply For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au Applications close Tuesday, 11th August 2026 Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your application. Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position. Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.