Events Assistant Manager

EVENTS ASSISTANT MANAGER – Hamilton Island

Are you an experienced events professional with a passion for delivering unforgettable experiences?
Hamilton Island is seeking a highly organised, hands‑on Events Assistant Manager to lead our talented team in creating seamless, world‑class events across one of Australia’s most iconic destinations.

From corporate conferences and special occasions to weddings and luxury celebrations, this is your opportunity to oversee events that truly showcase the beauty and wonder of Hamilton Island.

• Lead with impact – guide a skilled events team to deliver outstanding, memorable experiences
• Diverse event portfolio – manage everything from business events and weddings to large‑scale celebrations
• Work in paradise – live and work on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef with subsidised accommodation
• Enjoy exclusive perks – discounts on dining, island activities, travel and health insurance, and Family & Friends rates

• Oversee planning, coordination and delivery of island‑wide events across multiple venues
• Manage event budgets, timelines, contracts and invoicing to ensure accuracy and profitability
• Lead, coach and mentor Event Coordinators to ensure consistency and exceptional service standards
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure all event logistics are seamless and on‑brand
• Conduct on‑site inspections and familiarisation visits for clients and stakeholders
• Drive improvements to systems, SOPs and reporting for greater efficiency and client satisfaction

You’re an accomplished event professional with proven leadership experience in high‑end hospitality, conferencing or weddings. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love managing details, and inspire teams to deliver excellence every time.

• Diploma in Hospitality or Event Management (Essential)
• Proven experience managing events across multiple venues, including business events and weddings (Essential)
• Strong leadership, mentoring and people management skills (Essential)
• Sound financial management skills and experience managing event budgets and accounts (Essential)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; CRM or Salesforce experience (Desirable)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a calm, solutions‑focused approach

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder‑filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.

Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.

A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember. Apply now!