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Senior event manager

Melbourne
Blu Event Productions
Event Project Manager
Posted: 11 February
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About Blu Event Productions
Blu Event Productions delivers some of Australia's most complex and high-profile live events - spanning major public events, government projects, corporate activations and brand experiences across Australia.
We're known for our hands-on delivery, strong in-house compliance capability and our signature Blu edge - producing events that are bold, seamless and delivered with care, precision and personality.
This is not a passive agency role. We plan properly, we deliver properly, and we stay close to the work.

Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Delivery
Lead the end-to-end delivery of events across corporate, government, community and outdoor sectors
Develop and manage event plans, timelines, budgets and run sheets
Oversee on-site delivery, bump-in/bump-out and live event operations
Ensure events are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard
Team Leadership & Management
Lead and manage internal project teams and external contractors
Recruit, roster, brief and manage a pool of casual event staff
Provide clear direction, motivation and on-site leadership
Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture aligned with Blu values
Stakeholder & Supplier Management
Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, venues and partners
Manage multiple external parties concurrently
Compliance & Administration
Prepare and manage risk assessments, safety documentation and compliance requirements
Manage permits, approvals and regulatory processes (including POPE where required)
Maintain accurate and organised project documentation
Logistics & Operations
Manage event logistics including transport, equipment and crew movements
Drive company vehicles as required (including vans and small trucks)
Work flexibly across multiple sites, not solely based at Blu HQ

Skills & Experience
Essential
Minimum 6 years' experience producing events across a mix of corporate, government, community and outdoor environments
Proven ability to lead internal teams, contractors and casual staff
Strong understanding of risk management, permits and event compliance
Comfortable working in a small-to-medium enterprise (SME) environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Canva
Full Australian driver's license and access to your own vehicle
Comfortable driving large vehicles (vans and small trucks)
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends
Physically capable and happy to be hands-on during event delivery
Strong industry networks and relationships
Experience delivering large-scale or multi-day events
Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills
Personal Attributes
Passionate about the events industry and proud of the work you deliver
Professional, personable and confident in stakeholder-facing environments
Hands-on, proactive and solutions-focused
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Adaptable and resilient in fast-paced environments
Aligns with the Blu way of working: collaborative, committed and not afraid to get your hands dirty
Why Join Blu?
Work on a diverse range of high-profile and meaningful events
Be part of a close-knit, supportive and passionate team
Opportunity for contract extension beyond June
A role with autonomy, responsibility and variety - no two days are the same

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