COMPANY DESCRIPTION

H3 is the driving force behind Hamilton’s most iconic venues – Claudelands (hone to GLOBOX, Claudlands Conference & Exhibition Centre, and The Grandstand), FMG Stadium Waikato, Seddon Park, and Hamilton Gardens Pavilion. From major concerts and sporting events to conferences and community celebrations, we create unforgettable experiences that bring people together.
We’re not just event professionals – we’re passionate hosts, creative problem-solvers, and a tight-knit team that thrives on energy, innovation, and excellence. Guided by our core values – dedicated hosts, a tight team, and the best in the business – we deliver every event with heart and precision.
At H3, you’ll find a supportive, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter, your growth is championed, and your work truly makes an impact!

LEAD ICONIC EVENTS. INSPIRE EXCELLENCE. SHAPE UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES.

We’re looking for a visionary leader to drive world-class event delivery across Hamilton’s premier venues – Claudelands, FMG Stadium Waikato, Seddon Park, and Hamilton Gardens Pavilion.

As Head of Event Delivery, you’ll:

• Inspire and lead high-performing teams to deliver seamless, innovative, and memorable events.
• Build strong partnerships with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure exceptional guest experiences and repeat business.
• Champion operational excellence, integrating teams and systems to optimise performance and profitability.
• Drive innovation, adopting new technologies and best practices to keep H3 at the forefront of the industry.
• Ensure safety and compliance, leading robust planning and risk management processes.
• Manage budgets with a sharp eye on value, efficiency, and commercial outcomes.
• Foster a culture of growth, mentoring talent and embedding a high-performance mindset.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for events and a knack for bringing people together, we’d love to hear from you.

OO PUUMANAWA ME OO WHEAKO | YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven Leadership in Events & Venues
• 10+ years of experience in the events/venues industry with a strong industry reputation.
• Demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams, including people leaders, through change and growth.
• Operational Excellence & Strategic Delivery
• Track record of delivering exceptional service and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong decision-making under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Tech-Savvy Event Management
• Experience with Momentus or similar integrated event booking systems (5+ years preferred).
• People-First Leadership
• Commitment to health, safety, respect, and professional development.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance team culture.
• Strong Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Please refer the Job description for details