Job Details

The Company:

This fabulous Events Supplier are industry leaders in Tasmania. They provide equipment and infrastructure for large-scale events across the state, and are looking for a Business Manager to lead the team and business operations.

Position Terms:

• Full-Time Permanent Role
• Working in the office 5 days a week
• Competitive Salary: remuneration will be negotiated in line with experience.

The Role:

The Business Manager is pivotal in guiding the Event Supplier's operational, financial, and strategic direction. The role will lead a team of full-time and casual staff, including recruiting, onboarding, training, and development. 

Key Responsibilities include;

• Mentor team members and foster a positive work environment.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by streamlines workflows and implementing innovations.
• Work closely with the Operations team to optimise resource allocation and delivery schedules.
• Develop contingency plans for logistical challenges to maintain event continuity.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure equipment setups align with client specifications and uphold high standards.
• Reconcile financial transactions, ensuring adherence to budgets and financial policies.
• Present monthly financial reports, highlighting trends and informing strategic decisions.
• Oversee roster publication and timesheet approvals, ensuring adequate staffing for events.
• Develop and regularly update safety plans to align with industry standards and local regulations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Formulate sales strategies to attract new clients and expand service offerings.
• Create comprehensive event packages alongside other senior leadership.
• Support cross-departmental collaboration to align business goals and strategies.

The Candidate:

The successful candidate will have experience working in the events supplier industry with exceptional financial acumen, people management, and project management skills. Experience installing equipment and infrastructure for events on-site is essential for this role.

• Strong leadership skills, including mentoring and developing junior team members, as well as leading by example.
• Experience developing and executing sales strategies to attract new clients and business is highly desirable.
• Experience working in the events supplier space, ideally with experience supplying equipment and infrastructure for large-scale outdoor events.
• Experience overseeing and managing logistics and operations for events.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management and reconciling invoices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience conducting site visits and inspections to ensure all equipment and infrastructure is set-up according to high safety standards as well as exceeds client expectations.
• Has a valid forklift license

Benefits:

• Great work-life balance. Working Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, with only occasional outside of hours work required for event bump-in/bump-out.
• The chance to work on high-profile events across Tasmania.
• A senior leadership role within a well-established Events Supplier.
• A supportive team and great company culture.
• Competitive salary with growth opportunities.

For more information regarding event positions follow us on LinkedIn and/or Facebook at Apex Event Recruitment

If this role doesn't fit but if you are interested in Events positions in Australia, then please register your resume through our website:  www.apexeventrecruitment.com.au

Please note that this role will be subject to background checks and you must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.