Sydney New Years Eve Event Staff

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the roles

The City of Sydney is seeking skilled and enthusiastic event professionals to support the delivery of one of the world’s most iconic annual events – Sydney New Year’s Eve. This is your opportunity to work on Australia’s largest hallmark event, with numerous casual positions available throughout December 2025 and January 2026.

Candidates with professional experience in events, technical production, safety, security, traffic management and/or event administration are encouraged to apply.

Positions available include: 

• Site Manager (Hourly rate of $74.91 + Super)
• Assistant Site Manager (Hourly rate of $56.49 + Super)
• Project Officer (Hourly rate of $65.30 + Super)
• Production Coordinator (Hourly rate of $74.91 + Super)
• Production Assistant (Hourly rate of $56.49 + Super)

All hourly rates are inclusive of casual loading with additional penalties applicable.

With on-site, control room and office-based positions available, the City of Sydney is seeking candidates with a range of experience on major events.

If you’re passionate about events and want to ring in 2026 with a radio on your belt and a crumpled site plan in your pocket, we’d love to hear from you!

Do note that this application process will not result in a guarantee of regular and ongoing work.

Download position description. 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration form. 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Friday 1st August 2025.

For more information, contact Mitch Old, Production Manager on 02 9265 9770.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333.

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.