Volunteer Management jobs in Canberra ACT

Closes: 31 July 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 3
Salary: $78,755 - $84,284 plus superannuation
Position No: C13071,Several
Directorate: Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 17 July 2026
Contact Officer: Melanie Eldred on Melanie.Eldred@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 4302

Details: Help Deliver Canberra's Biggest Events

Events ACT is seeking enthusiastic, adaptable and motivated people to join our casual event workforce and help deliver some of Canberra's most iconic events, including Floriade, Enlighten Festival, Australia Day, New Year's Eve and many more.

We are recruiting for two streams within our Event Delivery team:

• Site Crew – hands-on operational roles supporting event bump-in, event operations and bump-out activities.
• Event Delivery Support Staff – event operations roles including Stage Manager, Artist Liaison, Roving Support, Volunteer Coordinator and Site Office Coordinator.

Whether you're experienced in events, logistics, customer service, volunteer management, administration, construction or operational support, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Roles

As part of the Events ACT team, you may be involved in:

• Assisting with the setup and pack-down of event infrastructure.
• Installing signage, fencing scrim and site dressing elements.
• Supporting warehouse and logistics activities, including loading and unloading vehicles and handling event equipment.
• Coordinating volunteers and supporting event staffing requirements.
• Assisting artists, performers and production teams.
• Supporting site office operations, accreditation and inductions.
• Maintaining clear communication across event sites using radio networks.
• Contributing to safe event operations and emergency response procedures.
• Working collaboratively to deliver outstanding experiences for the Canberra community.

We're Looking For People Who Have

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• The ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Experience in events, customer service, administration, logistics, construction, volunteer management or operational support (highly regarded).

Why Join Events ACT?

• Work behind the scenes on Canberra's major events and festivals.
• Gain valuable experience across a broad range of event delivery functions.
• Join a supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Develop practical skills and build your event industry experience.
• Enjoy variety, with no two events being the same.

Eligibility/Other Requirements: Successful applicants must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Note: There are several casual positions available from 10 August 2026. Position/s will be offered on a casual basis. Casual positions involve weekend and public holiday work.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Applications should include:

• A current curriculum vitae.
• A maximum one-page pitch outlining your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the role.
• Copies of any relevant licences, tickets or qualifications.
• An indication of whether you are applying for:
  • Site Crew;
  • Event Delivery Support Staff; or
  • Both streams.

Applications should be submitted .

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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Note

There are several casual positions available from 10 August 2026. Position/s will be offered on a casual basis. Casual positions involve weekend and public holiday work.