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About EVT: Rydges Newcastle is part of EVT, one of Australasias market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. Its why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers. Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. Were not just in the neighbourhood, were part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and too easy service. Whether its for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable. EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australias most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once youre in, theres no limits on where your career could take you. Key Responsibilities As full-time Conference & Events Coordinator, youll support the C&E team to deliver exceptional guest and client experiences by managing all event related enquiries, bookings and administration with professionalism, accuracy, and a strong focus on driving yield. Coordinate and manage event enquiries, bookings, and administration with accuracy and professionalism. Support the planning and delivery of conferences, weddings, private dining, and accommodation events. Conduct site inspections for clients and suppliers to support event coordination and conversion. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless event execution and exceptional client experiences. Maintain accurate event information, client details, and sales activity within the iVvy system. Prepare regular and ad hoc reports for the Conference Sales Manager and General Manager. What Youll Bring Previous experience in similar role ideally coming from the Hotels or Event companies. Solid administrative and reactive sales experience, including preparing quotes, managing correspondence, handling enquiries, and completing post event follow up. Proven ability to coordinate conferences, weddings, dinners, private dining and accommodation bookings with accuracy and adherence to SOPs. Strong communication and customer service skills, with experience handling calls, booking appointments, conducting site inspections, and supporting lead generation. Collaborative team player skilled in working with back of house teams, providing onsite event coordination, and supporting colleagues across departments. How You Work Daymaker ethos no ones too big for the small things. Hands-on and non-hierarchical leads from the front. Resilient and solutions-focused stays calm, moves fast. Growth mindset learns, shares, and levels up others. Perks from Day One As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers. 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more. $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar. Seasonal perks at Thredbo. Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network. Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities. Apply Now Join Rydges and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day. Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - dont wait! We cant wait to see the places your career will go with EVT. When you click apply, youll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. Youll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.