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• Provide a proactive, practical approach to event delivery
• Ensure events are well-organised and welcoming for prospective and current students
• Full time, ongoing role based in Launceston

About the opportunity

The Events Support Officer plays a key operational role in supporting the delivery of University of Tasmania events, including Open Days, School Leaver Expos, Graduations, and other student engagement activities. This role focuses on logistical coordination, storeroom and inventory management, and hands-on support during event setup, delivery, and pack-down.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with the setup, pack-down, and on-site delivery of university events across Tasmania.
• Maintain and organise event storerooms, including inventory tracking of equipment, signage, and merchandise.
• Support the distribution and restocking of branded merchandise and promotional materials.
• Assist with the coordination and logistics of merchandise pop-up shops and online store fulfilment.
• Provide general administrative support for event planning and delivery.

­What we’re looking for:

• Ability to undertake manual handling and operate basic event equipment.
• Experience supporting the planning and coordination of logistics for events, including scheduling, resource allocation, risk management and on-site delivery.
• Competent in operating and troubleshooting basic AV equipment, familiarity with event management systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and service providers.
• Experience in storeroom logistics, tracking inventory, and maintaining accurate records.
• Current or ability to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People card.
• Current driver’s licence.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 4 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $91,488 comprising base salary within the range of $73,814 to $78,195 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Daisy Ryan-Pont, Brand Events Manager or daisy.ryanpont@utas.edu.au.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 502236 - Event Support Officer.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 22 February 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.