Senior Event Producer at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

113019.51

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Programming, Event Delivery, Project Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Risk Management, Crowd Management, Public Safety, Contractor Management, Strategic Planning, Inclusivity, Event Production, Entertainment Booking, Site Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. About the role The Senior Event Producer is the creative force behind the City of Parramatta’s biggest moments—leading the programming and delivery of vibrant entertainment and public events that turn ideas into unforgettable experiences As a Senior Event Producer, you will: Produce, program and deliver a diverse portfolio of complex public events within Council’s annual Events & Festivals program, aligned to agreed briefs, strategic direction, project frameworks and desired outcomes. Act as the senior project lead, coordinating internal Council event teams and managing external contractors and partners to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of events and festivals. Drive innovative thinking, continuous improvement and future-focused planning across the Events & Festivals program, incorporating emerging trends, technology, inclusivity and best-practice industry standards. Monitor, manage and maintain event budgets, timelines and reporting requirements, including preparation of Council papers, internal/external reports, and event briefs to support marketing, media and communications planning. Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and ensure all event planning and delivery aligns with Council’s strategic objectives, policies and long-term goals to support community engagement, economic development and cultural enrichment. About You The successful candidate will have proven experience programming successful large public events, or similar activities or projects in the arts, cultural or related fields, demonstrating skills in complex project management and project leadership. The successful candidate will also have the following essential requirements: Tertiary qualifications, such as a degree in Marketing, Event Management, Communications, Hospitality (or related discipline) or another relevant qualification combined with a significant amount of relevant event programming experience in a project lead capacity (typically 5 years plus). Proven experience delivering successful large public or private events, or similar activities or projects in the arts, cultural or related fields, demonstrating skills in complex project management and project leadership. Comprehensive understanding of the production aspects of large-scale public events including the provision of sound and lighting, staging, site management, risk management and risk mitigation, public safety, traffic, security and crowd management, and waste management. Comprehensive knowledge of the entertainment and events industry, artists, performers, booking agencies etc. What’s on offer We are offering a full-time permanent position with an attractive remuneration of $113,019.51 plus 12% superannuation. In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements 14 weeks paid parental leave Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking) Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) Learning and development opportunities Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Rachel Chant on rchant@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au How to apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please submit your resume and attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. Applications close 11:59pm, Tuesday 10 March 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium. The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment, and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

The Senior Event Producer will lead the programming and delivery of complex public events within the annual Festivals & Events program, ensuring alignment with strategic direction and desired outcomes. This involves acting as the senior project lead, coordinating internal teams and external contractors for high-quality, on-time delivery while driving innovation and continuous improvement.