See below the vacancy and the responsibilities as well as the key skills required for the role.
Major Events Officer
Join us to build a better Bunbury!
Bunbury, Australia
Reference: 6768470
* $89,414 + up to 5% matched super
* Fulltime permanent position
* Ongoing professional development & flexible work options
At the City of Bunbury, we take pride in being a progressive, people-first local government. As a coastal hub known for creativity, community, and innovation, we're focused on building memorable experiences that put Bunbury on the map—and that includes delivering world-class events that bring locals and visitors together.
About the Role
As our Major Events Officer, you'll play a key role in making Bunbury one of WA's premier events destinations. Reporting to the Senior Major Events Officer, you'll help plan and execute large-scale public events that celebrate our city, attract tourism, and boost local pride.
You'll take ownership of the day-to-day event logistics and operations—making sure every element is carefully planned, expertly coordinated, and delivered with professionalism.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting the planning and delivery of major events and signature activations
* Managing event logistics: bookings, contracts, risk assessments, permits, compliance, and budgets
* Collaborating with promoters, sponsors, suppliers, and community stakeholders
* Supporting the development of project planning documents and event evaluations
* Assisting with sponsorship and funding opportunities
* Working outside normal business hours for event delivery when needed
About You
You're an all-rounder with a love for logistics, a passion for live experiences, and the ability to keep cool under pressure. You enjoy the thrill of working in fast-paced environments and take pride in creating events that run like clockwork and leave a lasting impression.
You'll thrive in this role if you have:
* Experience coordinating or supporting events, ideally in local government or large public settings
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple moving parts
* Excellent stakeholder communication—whether it's with sponsors, suppliers, or internal teams
* Confidence in budget monitoring, compliance, and documentation
* A proactive attitude with a solution-focused mindset
* Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends when events are on
Ready to Apply?
Head to our City of Bunbury Careers Website to submit:
* Your resume
* A short statement addressing the essential criteria
Applications close 5PM AWST, 22nd of June
We're Committed to Inclusion
The City of Bunbury is an equal opportunity employer and proudly encourages applications from all backgrounds. We welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse candidates, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, contact us at or call 08 9792 7000 .
Whether you love working with people, animals or children, whether you like sitting at a desk or spending your day outside, we have an opportunity for you! Find out more about our values and benefits.
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