Director – Events, Tourism and Events Moreton Bay
North Lakes, Queensland
Lead the future of events in one of Australia's fastest growing cities.
Tourism and Events Moreton Bay is looking for an exceptional Director – Events to lead the next chapter of our events strategy across one of Queensland's most exciting and rapidly evolving destinations.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of major events, sporting events, festivals, business events and conferences across the City of Moreton Bay—while playing a key leadership role in the lead‐up to the Brisbane **** Olympic and Paralympic Games.
From signature community celebrations and destination‐defining major events to growing our business events pipeline and convention opportunities, this role will drive event attraction, strategic development and delivery across the region.
You'll lead a passionate and high‐performing team, work alongside committed industry and government partners, and help position Moreton Bay as a leading events destination in Queensland.
About the role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director – Events provides strategic leadership across TEMB's Events portfolio and is responsible for:
* Leading the strategic direction and growth of TEMB's events portfolio
* Driving event attraction opportunities across major events, sport and MICE
* Identifying and developing future‐focused opportunities connected to Brisbane ****
* Supporting the growth of business events and convention opportunities across Moreton Bay
* Leading and mentoring a collaborative and high‐performing Events team
* Building strong partnerships with industry, sponsors, government and community stakeholders
* Overseeing event planning, governance, budgets, risk and operational performance
* Contributing to broader organisational leadership, destination growth and economic development outcomes
Qualifications
You're a strategic and commercially minded leader who thrives in fast‐paced environments and loves bringing ideas to life.
You'll bring:
* Significant leadership experience in events, destination management, tourism or related industries
* Experience delivering or overseeing major events, festivals, sporting events or business events
* Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, partnerships and event investment
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship‐building skills
* A collaborative leadership style and passion for developing teams
* Big‐picture strategic thinking balanced with operational capability and attention to detail
* A genuine passion for place, people and creating memorable visitor and community experiences
Benefits
* A senior leadership opportunity with genuine influence and strategic scope
* Flexible and supportive working arrangements
* A cooperative and high‐performing team culture
* The opportunity to work across major regional projects and high‐profile events
* A dynamic and varied role with room to innovate and lead
* A workplace connected to lifestyle, community and purpose in one of South East Queensland's fastest growing regions
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