Head of Event Delivery Full Time, Permanent

Why work with us?

Lead delivery of Australia’s largest annual ticketed event – the Sydney Royal Easter ShowPlay a pivotal leadership role in shaping large-scale, complex event operationsWork across multiple business units and high-impact stakeholder groupsOpportunity to influence continuous improvement and future event innovationFlexible working environment with a strong commitment to work-life balanceSalary packaging optionsSalary protection insuranceNovated lease optionsFree onsite parkingGenerous Employee Assistance ProgramComplimentary Sydney Royal Easter Show tickets and mealsStaff draws for Sydney Showground eventsSubsidised superannuation life insurance premiums15% staff discount at onsite caféStaff engagement events and wellbeing programsAccess to Sydney Olympic Park employee membership program

About The Role…

Are you an experienced event operations leader with a proven track record delivering large-scale, complex events?

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) is seeking a strategic and highly organised Head of Event Delivery to lead the integrated planning, coordination and operational execution of the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

This role is central to the success of the Show, acting as the key coordination point across the organisation to ensure alignment of timelines, stakeholders, logistics and delivery outcomes across the full event lifecycle, from planning and design through to build, live operations and bump-out.

You will work closely with internal departments, contractors, government agencies and service partners to deliver a seamless, safe and high-quality experience for visitors, exhibitors and stakeholders, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across the event.

Beyond delivery, you will contribute to future event development, precinct planning and long-term strategic initiatives to support the continued evolution of the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

About You…

You are an experienced event operations leader with a strong track record delivering large-scale, complex events in a fast-paced and high-stakes environment. You are highly organised, solutions-focused and thrive on coordinating multiple moving parts to deliver exceptional outcomes.

You bring a collaborative leadership style and are confident working across diverse stakeholder groups, from internal teams through to contractors, service providers and external partners. Your ability to influence, align and drive accountability will be key to success in this role.

To Be Successful, You Will Demonstrate

Proven experience (7+ years) in major event delivery, operations or a related field, managing complex, multi-stakeholder events Strong operational planning capability, with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies and competing priorities across the full event lifecycle Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders Highly developed communication, negotiation and relationship management skills Experience managing contractors, suppliers and service providers in a large-scale event environment Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure Experience developing operational procedures, systems and continuous improvement initiatives Sound understanding of workplace health and safety principles in an event or operational context

Desirable

Experience delivering large public events, exhibitions, festivals or major sporting events Knowledge of event infrastructure, venue operations and site logistics Exposure to volunteer programs and customer experience operations

About Us…

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has been an influential force in the direction and development of Australian agriculture through competitions, education and events since its foundation in 1822. The RAS is a not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting agricultural development and rural communities in Australia.

The RAS manages the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Royal competitions, the RAS Foundation, Australasian Animal Registry and Sydney Showground, which hosts a huge range of events and professional sporting codes including AFL and Cricket.

How To Apply…

To apply for this role, you must complete the online application, attach your resume and include a cover letter.

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No recruitment agencies please

We thank you for your interest in the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW and Sydney Showground and look forward to receiving your application.