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Venue & Events Officer

Casual roles

Whanganui, New Zealand

Reference: 6917348

Are you keen to work in an exciting and varied industry with an amazing team? Do you enjoy a variety of work across different venues? Are you a self-starter with plenty of initiative and drive? We are looking for casual Venues & Events Officers to join the Whanganui Venues & Events team who are self-motivated, innovative, creative and committed to providing a fantastic customer experience across all our venues.

About The Role:

The position is responsible for providing an excellent customer experience to users and patrons of venues managed by the Council. The role provides support across a variety of areas - bar, box/ticket office and venue setup. The hours of work are variable and include evenings and weekends.

About You:

  1. Excellent Communications skills
  2. Proven Customer service skills
  3. Sound computer skills
  4. Flexibility and willing to work outside normal working hours

All Venues & Events Officer positions are subject to a criminal record check.

If this sounds like you apply now!!

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may occur before the advertised closing date.

As a result, this position may be filled and closed earlier than expected. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Enquiries about these casual positions can be made to: Erin Banks, Manager Venues & Events on (06) 349 3198.

Please Note: Only applications submitted via Council's website will be accepted for this role.


Applications Close: 09 Aug 2026