Our Casual Venue Staff support the successful delivery of events, daily services, and front-of-house operations at Te Puna Mahara | Cromwell Memorial Events Centre.
As part of the venue team, you’ll contribute to creating positive, safe, and engaging experiences for clients, visitors, and the wider community while helping maintain high operational standards across the venue.
About you:
- Experience in events, hospitality, tourism, or venue operations
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Skilled in managing multiple tasks in fast-paced environments
- Strategic, creative, and solutions-focused
- Knowledge of venue operations and health & safety
- Collaborative, adaptable, and team-oriented
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Relevant qualification (events, arts, hospitality) preferred
- Available for evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Physically capable of event setup and manual duties
- Customer service focus; alcohol service experience preferred
Benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements
- An active social club
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive team culture
- Wellbeing programme
- Additional leave
About us:
Here at Central Otago District Council, we are a team with a common goal – to make a meaningful impact on our community and shaping the future of this remarkable region. Joining CODC means more than just finding a new workplace; it’s about becoming a part of a network of forward-thinking individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and enjoyable work environment every day.
As a Leader in our organisation, you will help support and guide your team to deliver great outcomes for our community, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and ensure our people feel empowered, valued, and set up for success.
As a values-based organisation, we centre our work on our whakataukī: ‘Me manaaki tētahi ki tētahi, me pakihiwitahi te tū – kia haere tahi ai tātou’ - Respect each other, stand shoulder to shoulder – So that we may travel on this journey together.
How to apply:
Ready to jump in? We’d love to meet you. Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role feels right for you. We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait — take the next step today.
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.
Applications close: 24/07/2026
Any enquiries about this role please email: people@codc.govt.nz
