Graduate Development Programme 2017 - H3

1 Graduate Development Programme 2017 Claudelands | FMG Stadium Waikato | Seddon Park The Grandstand | Technical Services | Turf ServicesWELCOME TO THE H3 Graduate Development Programme 2017 Have a real thirst for learning? Do you love getting involved in organising people and projects? Want to get behind the scenes of events, conferences, exhibitions, shows and sporting fixtures? Keen to deliver memorable, lasting experiences for clients and guests?Then our Graduate Development Programme may be just the start you are looking for to establish your events this information pack you can find out more about the structure of the Graduate Development Programme .

2 You can also learn more about who we are and what we do, including hearing from some of our team about what it s like to work at H3, and detail on what support and Development is provided. There is also information that outlines the process for applying and how we plan to appoint is H3?Home to Hamilton s premier event venues, we are much more than just venue management. We have a wealth of knowledge and experience in events of all shapes and sizes. We are dedicated hosts, prepared to go the extra mile for our clients and H stands for HamiltonBridging the mighty Waikato, New Zealand s longest river, Hamilton is New Zealand s fourth largest city and the hub of the Waikato region.

3 Our city is home to some of New Zealand s largest and most innovative organisations and our region is the agricultural powerhouse of the New Zealand in size but big in heart, our country boasts magnificent landscapes and an array of attractions and activities. It is a beautiful part of the world, and a place we are proud to call Graduate Development Programme 2017 | PAGE 1 |The 3 represents our breadthOur diverse collection of venues, Claudelands, FMG Stadium Waikato, Seddon Park and the Grandstand, enables us to host a range of guest experiences.

4 These can be grouped into the following:Our Guiding PrinciplesIn addition to our Go Beyond qualities that underpin Hamilton City Council s vision and values, we pride ourselves on the following Guiding Principles:We specialise in spaces that encourage the sharing of ideas through discussion or celebration. We are curators of unique settings for meetings, conferences and exhibitions for local, national and international evoke the chatter and excitement of fans through hosting live sport, from netball to cricket, rugby and boxing.

5 Whether from New Zealand or abroad, our closer to the action atmosphere makes us a favourite for athletes and fans alikeWe set the stage for the greatest international, national and local artists to perform live, whether a visual spectacular, cultural showcase or spirited community play. We are the hosts of Hamilton, live on work together with a can-do attitude to achieve great results and celebrate our successes when they happen. We ignite excitement in our city and regions, and are ambassadors for both our venues and the events taking place in take care of our clients and value their events as though they are our own.

6 We willingly go the extra mile to deliver the wow factor and leave a lasting impression on our are smart operators, setting the benchmark for the industry in New Zealand. We never compromise on quality and always strive for innovation and Graduate Development Programme 2017 | PAGE 2 |Our Teams What We DoH3 is a large, diverse team of capable, experienced people who work to ensure events, conferences, exhibitions, functions and performances all come together as seamlessly and successfully as possible.

7 Here s a snapshot of what our teams DevelopmentOur dynamic Business Development team leads the promotion and sales of our services and venues including one-off special events and performances to conferences, meetings, functions and exhibitions for local, national and international clients. Highly dedicated and client-focused, their role is to nurture existing relationships and grow our reputation with new clients as a leading player in the meet, compete and perform the sales and business Development effort is our creative Marketing team who oversee the communication of our brand through the Development of marketing collateral and communications to drive the successful branding and promotion of our venues, events, shows and sporting fixtures.

8 They also provide regular updates and communication to internal and external clients about our events, performances, conferences, exhibitions and functions rests with our Operations teams. A diverse team coordinating event logistics includes Venue Managers, Events Managers, Coordinators and Duty Managers based at our venues. These teams work closely alongside Business Development and Marketing and key partners to bring events, conferences, exhibitions, functions, performances and sporting occasions to service to our clients is ably provided by our Operations team who are there to set up and pack down, while our experienced Technical Services team provide lighting, sound and production expertise for our performance and theatrical activity at our venues.

9 Looking after the grass is the job of our Turf Services team who not only produce exceptional pitches at Seddon Park and FMG Stadium Waikato that have made us the envy of other stadiums around the country, but also maintain our venues grounds in pristine condition. Business SupportDriving our business strategy is the Business Support team. This versatile team supports our system for managing clients and events as well as other key systems that span across all venues, and participates in the range of financial reporting of the business.

10 Coordination of building and infrastructure projects is another integral role lead by Business PartnersWe work with a number of highly professional, capable partners to deliver world-class events for our clients. Symbiotic and cooperative, our relationships with Montana Catering, Vidcom, Red Badge and other providers enable us to round out our services. H3 Graduate Development Programme 2017 | PAGE 3 |Employee ProfileOur business provides many of our staff with rewarding career opportunities and experiences.