Careers

Here at the SATC, we love our state and we love what we do. We want to bring visitors to South Australia to build a prosperous economy and share the love with the rest of Australia and the world. We search for undiscovered experiences, remarkable people and immersive products, and we tenaciously seek the best. Together we are making a difference so South Australia thrives. 

About the role

Deliver a range of trade events, trade famils and specified trade marketing projects in collaboration with the Manager, Trade Events, Famils & Projects and Global Markets & Trade team, that contribute to the achievement of Marketing programs that promote South Australia and create demand for the State.

This role is offered as a full-time, 5-year, non-executive contract at a salary classification level of ASO5.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Develop and strengthen effective working relationships with relevant staff at the Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) as appropriate both locally and at national level.
• Coordinate the delivery of, and work with the Manager Trade Events, Famils & Projects to develop South Australia’s presence at major trade shows in Australia (e.g. Australian Tourism Exchange – ATE) and overseas, including SATC participation, SA operator participation where relevant, and any associated functions.
• Assist in the bidding process for major trade shows in conjunction with the Manager, Trade Events, Famils & Projects.
• In conjunction with the Global Markets & Trade team, design familiarisation programs for relevant trade events.
• Host familiarisations for travel trade partners as required.
• Maintain SATC’s Trade website including recruitment of SA operators, updating of content, itineraries and trade event information and assist with site marketing to trade partners.
• Maintain SATC’s relationship with South Australian operators to ensure attendance at relevant trade events is high.

A full position description can be accessed here. 

The South Australian Public Sector is committed to building a diverse workforce, ensuring equitable opportunities for all, and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, and their uniqueness is valued.

Applications consisting of a resume and cover letter are to be directed to Belinda Barton, Manager, Trade Events, Famils & Projects, at the South Australian Tourism Commission, via Seek.

Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 15 June 2025

Enquiries can be directed to People and Culture on 8132 8330.

Here at the SATC, we love our state and we love what we do. We want to bring visitors to South Australia to build a prosperous economy and share the love with the rest of Australia and the world. We search for undiscovered experiences, remarkable people and immersive products, and we tenaciously seek the best. Together we are making a difference so South Australia thrives. 

About the role

In collaboration with the Manager, Trade Events, Famils & Projects and Global Markets & Trade team, support the planning, implementation and the delivery of the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) to be held in Adelaide in May 2026. The Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) is the largest travel trade show in the southern hemisphere. It is the premier international marketing activity for Australia’s tourism industry, providing operators with the opportunity to meet with international tourism buyers (international wholesale and retail agents).  

This role is offered as a full-time, 12-month, non-executive contract at a salary classification of ASO6.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Assisting in the procurement process with a key focus area of the SA Showcase event.  
• Formulation of event run sheets, event scripts and emcee requirements for the SA Showcase.
• Working with the relevant appointed contractors in sourcing suitable entertainment for each event which may include a cultural performance, entertainers, video or other themed entertainment.  
• Working with appointed contractors to design and execute all theming across ATE26 (SA Café, activations, functions), aligned to SATC’s new brand of Celebrate the Simple Pleasures.  
• Working with SA operators to ensure South Australia’s presence is maximised, including booth images and incorporating the new SATC Brand.
• Maintain SATC’s relationship with South Australian operators.
• Develop and strengthen effective working relationships with relevant Tourism Australia staff both in Australia and offshore.  

A full position description can be accessed here. 

The SATC as part of the South Australian Public Sector is committed to building a diverse workforce, ensuring equitable opportunities for all, and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, and their uniqueness is valued.

Applications consisting of a resume and cover letter are to be directed to Belinda Barton, Manager Trade, Famils and Projects at the South Australian Tourism Commission via Seek. 

Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 15 June 2025.

Enquiries can be directed to People and Culture on 8132 8330.

We seek people whose skills, knowledge and experience will enable the success of our goals as well as people who thrive working as part of a team and who share our love of South Australia.

Our position descriptions are carefully considered and the essential and desirable criteria outline what we are looking for from a candidate. Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of how well they fulfil the criteria: you must provide examples to demonstrate your ability to meet these in your application. Pay close attention to what is requested from applications in the job advertisement - some will require more detail than others.

We provide detailed position descriptions to give candidates a clear indication of the role, however a contact name is also listed if you require additional information prior to applying.

We ask that applications are received either as .doc, .dox or .pdf files. We don’t have any requirements regarding the layout of your application; you should choose a layout which best showcases your suitability for the role and most importantly addresses the criteria listed in the position description.

Given we usually receive a very high response rate to our vacancies, we do ask that:

• Covering letters are kept to a maximum of two pages
• CVs are kept to a maximum of four pages 

It is important to ensure your application is received before the closing date and is sent to the contact/address listed on the job advert.

Applications sent directly to the [email protected] inbox will receive an automatic acknowledgment when received, however due to the large number of applications received only those applicants short listed by the Selection Panel for an interview will be contacted further.