Event Set up Attendants

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Event Set up Attendants at Auckland Live and Conventions are core to bringing events to life in our venues. This casual rostered role covers furniture and equipment setup, moving between venues, and ensuring spaces are ready for parties to conferences. It pays $29.90 per hour with shifts evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays. You need a full NZ driver's licence and the ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast paced team; no prior events experience required if you have a great attitude and willingness to learn. To apply, attach a tailored cover letter addressing why you fit, highlight availability and your teamwork mindset; applications close August 11.

Auckland Live is the leader in performing arts, culture, entertainment, and events in Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau, and is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest performing arts platform. Auckland Conventions, Venues & Events facilitates and delivers exceptional events, including meetings, conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners, and awards ceremonies for events ranging from 10 to 2,000 attendees.

Our iconic venues and public spaces include Aotea Centre, Aotea Square, The Civic Theatre, Auckland Town Hall, Shed 10, The Cloud, Viaduct Events Centre and the Bruce Mason Centre, Go Media Stadium, North Harbour Stadium, Western Springs Stadium, Auckland Art Gallery and Auckland Zoo.

He angitūtanga: The Opportunity

The Setup Attendant role is at the core of bringing events to life in our venues, contributing to the setup operations and supporting the overall delivery of events at Auckland Live and Conventions.

Working in a fast-paced, energetic team, you will work across a variety of venues, helping to arrange furniture and equipment, set up event spaces, and transport furniture between venues.

This casual role is key for ensuring everything is perfectly in place for our clients and guests to experience memorable and professional events, from dance parties to conferences. You will be part of an exceptional work environment and work with an amazing team.

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Applications Close 11th August

He kōrero mōu: About you

• You thrive in a dynamic team environment, communicate clearly, and stay composed under pressure.
• You have flexible availability, including evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• A full, clean New Zealand driver's licence is essential. Due to the nature of this role, you may be required to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
• No previous experience in events? No worries! If you have an awesome attitude and a willingness to learn we want to hear from you!

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
 

This is an opportunity to work with a highly engaged and motivated team, who are committed to diversity and have a culture built on trust and valuing individual and collective contributions.

The casual role will work rostered shifts over 7 days which will include nights, weekends, and public holidays, dependent on the events we are holding.

The role is paid hourly with a starting rate of $29.90 per hour.

If you are keen to seize this opportunity, apply today and tell us in your cover letter why you'd make a great fit!

Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.