Are you a calm and collected problem solver with a knack for delivering exceptional events? Do you thrive under pressure and enjoy interacting with clients to make their event dreams come true? Racing Tauranga is calling for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Events Manager to join our dynamic team!
About Us:
Racing Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s premier provincial racing venues, hosting some of the most exciting hospitality and popular race meetings in the Waikato/Bay of Plenty region. We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for our clients and guests. Now, we’re looking for someone special to help manage and elevate the events at our stunning venue.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As Events Manager, you'll lead the planning and execution of a variety of hospitality events at the Tauranga Racecourse Events Centre. From intimate functions to high-energy race days, you’ll ensure each event runs smoothly, creating memorable experiences for all involved.
- Event Coordination and Delivery: Respond to event enquiries, manage venue bookings, and oversee event logistics including setup, AV, hospitality and catering, and more.
- Stock and Hospitality Management: Oversee bar and stock ordering, work with on-site caterers, and ensure compliance with liquor and hospitality standards.
- Race Day Operations: Support the delivery of 11 annual race meetings, managing everything from lounge areas to hospitality staff, and assisting to ensure the day runs like clockwork.
- Team Supervision: Coordinate casual staff, ensuring everyone is well briefed and supported during events.
- Marketing and Promotion: Help with marketing the venue and event packages, conduct site tours, and support social media and promotional activities to attract new clients.
- Administration: Health and Safety compliance, process and procedures development and adherence, accurate record keeping and post event reporting and analysis
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
- Has 3+ years’ experience in events, hospitality, or venue management.
- Holds or is willing to obtain a Duty Manager’s Certificate.
- Is excellent under pressure and unflustered by fast paced environments
- Is a strong communicator, able to connect with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
- Can manage multiple tasks with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Is proficient with Microsoft Office and event booking systems.
- Enjoys working evenings and weekends as the role requires
- Has a creative mindset and enjoys thinking outside the box to upsell events.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in hospitality is strongly desired
- Knowledge of AV/technical requirements for events
- Exposure to racing, sports, or entertainment industries is a plus.
- Social media /marketing experience.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're passionate about events, hospitality, and providing exceptional experiences, we’d love to hear from you! You’ll work closely with the General Manager and the wider team, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to succeed. Apply now to take the reins as the Events Manager at Racing Tauranga.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to [email protected]