Assistant Venue Operations Manager

About the Organisation

Venues Ōtautahi oversees a collection of well-known Christchurch venues that sit at the centre of the city’s live events scene, including Christchurch Town Hall, Wolfbrook Arena, Hagley Oval, the Air Force Museum of New Zealand, and One New Zealand Stadium. Together, these venues host more than 500 events annually and receive in excess of 900,000 visitors each year.

The events delivered across this portfolio contribute social, cultural, and economic value to the region, with these landmark venues playing an important part in Christchurch’s identity and the wider wellbeing and prosperity of the community.

About the Role

Venues Ōtautahi is seeking a motivated and hands-on Assistant Venue Operations Manager to support the delivery of events across its venue network. In this position, you will assist with operational planning and event execution, coordinate people and resources, and provide on-the-ground leadership so that every event runs safely, smoothly, and to a high standard.

You will work alongside Venue Operations Managers, Event Managers, and the Venue Set Up team to convert event plans into practical delivery. The role also involves responding to day-to-day operational demands, contributing to improvement initiatives, and helping build a supportive, collaborative team environment.

This is a roster-based position within a seven-day operation, so you must be available for shifts that may include evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Key Duties

• Assist with planning and delivering events and venue activities across the portfolio
• Allocate staff, equipment, and other operational inputs so event delivery stays on track
• Lead teams during live operations to support safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes
• Partner with Venue Operations Managers, Event Managers, and the Venue Set Up team to implement event plans
• Spot opportunities to improve processes and help maintain a constructive, team-focused culture

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring experience from venue, event, hospitality, or operational settings where strong customer experiences matter. You should be highly organised, comfortable balancing multiple priorities, and confident supporting teams in a busy environment.

A practical, steady approach to problem-solving is important, along with a solid commitment to health and safety and a strong focus on operational detail. A positive attitude, teamwork, and flexibility to work across a seven-day roster are also essential.

Working Pattern

This role operates across a seven-day roster and requires flexibility for rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply through the organisation’s careers page, where the position description is available and applications can be submitted.

Closing Date

Applications close on 05 July 2026.

Organisational Values

The team works with aspiration, agility, and kindness, with a focus on caring for the venues so they remain places of pride and enjoyment for everyone.