Internal 6-month secondment opportunity until May 2027 
Classification: GO3 ($87,451 + Superannuation)

Great venue experiences don't happen by accident. Behind every seamless booking, successful event and positive customer interaction is someone making it all happen. 
 
An exciting internal opportunity has become available to join our Business Development team as the Venue and Operations Coordinator at the Stretton Centre. 

Supporting local businesses and economic growth across northern Adelaide, the Stretton Centre provides professional meeting spaces, co-working facilities and opportunities for businesses, visitors and the wider community to connect, collaborate and grow. 

As the Venue and Operations Coordinator, you will play a key role in the Centre's day-to-day operations, bringing together customer service, venue coordination and administration to ensure a positive and professional experience for everyone who visits. 

If you enjoy taking initiative, building relationships and making sure the details are taken care of, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your skills in a new direction.

What you will get to do

•  Coordinate venue bookings, room hire arrangements, catering requirements and space preparation to deliver a great customer experience.
• Build positive relationships with customers, co-workers, businesses and stakeholders.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the Centre, including visitor assistance and facility coordination.
• Assist with the delivery of events, site tours and promotion of the Centre's facilities and services.
• Undertake financial administration, including invoicing, purchase orders and reporting.
• Guide and support Stretton trainees while contributing to customer feedback and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly organised, proactive and confident managing competing priorities.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service and creating positive experiences.
• An effective communicator who builds positive relationships with local businesses, community members and a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experienced in venue coordination, event management, administration or general business support.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications and undertaking financial administration tasks.
• Adaptable, resourceful and comfortable working independently while demonstrating initiative and sound judgement.

Relevant post-secondary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent experience are required, while a Diploma in Hospitality, Event or Business Management will be highly regarded. 
 
Further information on the role accountabilities and essential criteria can be found in the attached Position Description. 
 
If you're ready to take on a new challenge, build on your skills and play a major part in the continued success of the Stretton Centre, we'd love to hear from you. 
 
More Information

For a confidential discussion or to obtain additional information, please contact Kate Nankivell, Manager – Business Development on (08) 8256 0234 or by email at [email protected]. 
 
Submit your application by clicking the “Apply Now” button. Please include your resume and cover letter outlining the knowledge, skills and experience you would bring to this role. 

Applications close at 12pm on Thursday, 12 November 2026.

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The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.