We are currently recruiting for a Venues Coordinator for our client, a Local Council, based on Sydney's North Shore. This is a 6-month contract with the potential for permanency. The role is 35 hours per week, paying $70–$75 per hour + super.
The current incumbent is moving into a more senior role within Council, creating an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced leader to step in and drive the next phase of growth and innovation across these iconic community venues.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the day-to-day operations and strategic development of 2 venues
* Oversee a team of 10–15 permanent and casual staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery and visitor experience.
* Act as the public face of the venues, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including councillors, community groups, and volunteers.
* Drive business development, marketing, and programming for both commercial and community initiatives.
* Represent Council at events and public functions, and support cross-departmental collaboration (e.g. communications, sustainability).
* Contribute to the launch of a new cultural and environmental centre, including branding, curriculum, and operational planning.
Ideal Candidate:
* Strong background in sports, recreation, or leisure facility management.
* Minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role
* Proven ability to lead teams and deliver strategic programs in a community or precinct setting.
* Experience managing multipurpose venues or open space facilities.
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement, event management, and business development.
* Comfortable working flexibly between 8:00am–6:00pm to support program schedules.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead operations at two of Sydney's most unique community venues and play a key role in shaping a new cultural and environmental precinct.
If you meet the above criteria, please submit your resume by clicking on the 'APPLY' button below or call Gary Ward on for a confidential discussion.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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