Events Officer

Join us for an exciting 6-week journey at Araluen Botanic Park, one of Western Australia’s most stunning natural spaces. We’re hosting our annual “Its Yates Springtime at Araluen” tulip festival and are looking for enthusiastic, hands-on Events Officers to help make it a success! If you have a passion for events, enjoy working outdoors, and have some traffic control, customer service, or logistics experience, this is the perfect opportunity for you to get involved in a fun and fast-paced environment.

The Role:

As a Casual Events Officer, you’ll be an essential part of our festival team. You’ll help manage traffic flow, ensure smooth logistics, and provide excellent customer service to festival goers, vendors, and staff. This is a temporary position for the duration of the festival, but it’s a great way to gain hands-on experience in the events industry and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Araluen Botanic Park.

Key Responsibilities:

· Traffic Control: Help with traffic management at key entry/exit points to ensure a safe and efficient flow of vehicles and pedestrians.

· Logistics Assistance: Assist with the setup, placement, and movement of event materials, including signage, barriers, tents, and equipment. Help coordinate deliveries and transport of festival supplies.

· Customer Service: Be the friendly face of the festival! Provide assistance and information to visitors, answer questions, and ensure guests have a positive experience.

· Crowd Management: Ensure that crowds are managed safely at event locations, including guiding people to the correct areas and helping maintain order during high-traffic times.

· Event Setup & Breakdown: Support the event team with the physical setup and breakdown of festival infrastructure at the start and end of each day or week.

· Team Collaboration: Work alongside other team members to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and the event runs smoothly.

· Problem Solving: Help with any issues or problems that may arise, whether related to traffic, logistics, or customer queries.

Skills & Qualifications:

· Traffic control experience or a willingness to learn traffic management techniques.

· Customer service skills, with the ability to interact with a diverse range of people.

· Experience with logistics, or a general interest in event coordination.

· Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a team.

· Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle issues on the fly.

· Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full 6-week festival.

· Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Why Join Us?

· Experience a fun and dynamic festival environment at one of WA’s most beautiful locations.

· Get hands-on experience in event management, traffic control, and logistics.

· Work with a passionate, friendly team committed to delivering an amazing festival experience.

· Enjoy the opportunity to meet new people and gain valuable skills for future roles.

· Competitive hourly rate with flexible working hours, including weekends.

· Opportunity for career growth within the events industry.