Hospitality & Tourism Jobs Expo 2026

Exhibit at the Tourism and Hospitality Jobs Expo

Looking to attract new talent and fill vacancies? We invite tourism and hospitality employers operating in Greater Geelong, The Bellarine and the Great Ocean Road region to submit an Expression of Interest to exhibit at the Tourism and Hospitality Jobs Expo.

Delivered by Workforce Australia Local Jobs (Barwon) in partnership with Tourism Greater Geelong and The Bellarine, The Gordon TAFE, and Skilling the Bay, the Expo will connect employers with individuals interested in starting or advancing their careers in the tourism and hospitality sector.

As an exhibitor, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Showcase your organisation's values, culture and career opportunities.

• Promote current vacancies and future employment pathways.

• Connect with a diverse pool of motivated jobseekers interested in working in the Visitor Economy.

• Streamline your recruitment process by meeting candidates face-to-face and assessing their suitability on the spot.

• Conduct short interviews during the event and identify potential hires immediately.

The Expo is designed to support local employers in sourcing and engaging talent while providing jobseekers with valuable insights into careers across the tourism and hospitality industry. Employers are encouraged to bring information about available roles and, where appropriate, offer employment opportunities on the day.

If you have positions to fill and would like to be part of this regional workforce initiative, complete the Expression of Interest process to register your interest in exhibiting.

Date: Monday 12th October 2026

Time: 10am - 3pm (this includes set up and pack down time)

Where: The Gordon Geelong City Campus

RSVP by: Friday 2nd October 2026

We acknowledge that Geelong and The Bellarine is Wadawurrung Country.

We welcome visitors to our region, a place we acknowledge has been cared for by the Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation for thousands of years.

The environment is a key reason visitors choose this destination. Traditional Owners sharing the beauty and joy of these lands and waterways is a privilege, one we repay with respect for their country, Elders and people.

You’ll have noticed that we’ve changed ticketing platform recently so 100% of profits from ticket sales goes towards children charities.