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City of Albany
The Unrestricted Burning Period for the NORTHEAST SECTOR of the City of Albany has been varied and will be extended up to and including 14 October 2025.
The SOUTHWEST SECTOR Unrestricted and Restricted periods remain unchanged.
Do you hear jingle bells in your sleep? Is your laugh loud, jolly, and contagious? Do you secretly love gingerbread and being the centre of festive attention? If yes — we’ve got the perfect gig for you!
We’re on the lookout for someone to step into the big red suit and take on the iconic role of Santa Claus at this year’s City of Albany Christmas Festival & Pageant.
Event Details:📅 Saturday, 6 December 2025🕒 Festival: 3:00pm – 6:00pm | Pageant: 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Festival continues until 8pm📍 Town Square & Alison Hartman Gardens, York Street, Albany
Please Note: To be eligible for this role, you must have — or be willing to obtain — a valid Working with Children Check, a National Police Clearance (issued within the last 3 months), and Public Liability Insurance
If you’re up for the role (or know someone who might be), we’d love to hear from you.
Applicants can register their interest by completing the following Expression of Interest Form.
Please note submitting this Expression of Interest Form does not automatically result in acceptance of the Santa Claus role.
Applications close Monday, 13 October 2025.
You have the ability to save this form and complete it at a later date. An email will be generated and sent to the specified address.
Note: Incomplete forms are kept for a period of 2 day(s), after this time the system will automatically delete your response.
1. Working with Children Check (WWCC)You must hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one before the event date.A copy of your WWCC must be provided prior to engagement in the role.2. AvailabilityYou must be available on Saturday, 6 December 2025, during the event times:Festival: 3:00pm – 6:00pmPageant: 6:00pm – 7:30pmAdditional time may be required for costume fitting and event preparation.3. Behaviour & ConductYou are expected to behave in a professional, friendly, and family-appropriate manner at all times.You must be comfortable engaging with children and families and represent the spirit of Santa Claus in a warm, inclusive, and respectful way.4. Costume & AppearanceThe Santa costume will be provided. You must wear the full costume, including wig, beard, gloves, and accessories, for the duration of your appearance.You must take reasonable care of the costume and return it in good condition.Personal grooming must align with the role (e.g. no visible tattoos or piercings that detract from Santa’s image).5. Photography & MediaYou may be photographed or filmed during the event.By participating, you consent to the use of your image for promotional purposes by the City of Albany, unless you request otherwise in writing prior to the event.6. Health & SafetyYou must inform the Events Team of any medical conditions or limitations that may affect your ability to perform the role safely (e.g. sitting for extended periods, walking in the parade, working in warm weather).You must follow all safety instructions provided by event staff.7. PaymentThis is a paid position. Rate of pay and payment details will be confirmed upon selection and engagement. You will be required to complete a contractor agreement, depending on your engagement status.8. Selection ProcessSubmission of an EOI does not guarantee selection.The City of Albany reserves the right to shortlist and select the most suitable applicant based on availability, experience, and alignment with the role.9. Confidentiality & RepresentationYou agree not to disclose any confidential event details or speak to the media on behalf of the City of Albany unless authorised.While in costume, you are representing the City of Albany and should act in a way that reflects the organisation’s values.