About The Team
Murdoch Active supports the health and wellbeing of students staff and the wider community through inclusive sport and recreation programs. We also contribute to the Universitys teaching research and engagement goals.
Our programs run across a range of facilities including the Active Gym Sports and Recreation Hall indoor/outdoor courts and playing fieldsoffering opportunities for connection development and fun.
Your New Role!
Were currently recruiting for multiple Holiday Program Officer positions to help deliver our dynamic School Holiday Sports and Activities Program. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children in staying active building friendships and developing new skills during their school break.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children enrolled in the program.
Deliver a variety of sports and recreational activities as outlined in the daily schedule.
Support the development of childrens movement skills and encourage positive social interactions.
Foster an inclusive fun and engaging environment.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
Assist in the ongoing development and improvement of the holiday program.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This casual role attracts a competitive casual rate of $38 p/hr $39 p/hr inclusive of 25% casual loading plus 12% employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
Periodic wage increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase!
Employee Assistance Program
On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
Your most recent resume (CV)
What youll bring to the role:
Current First Aid certificate
Relevant work experience
Communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Attainment or working towards relevant qualifications
Please note the successful candidate will be required to have a valid working with children check or the ability to register for one in accordance with the Universitys Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Cory Tombides Administration and Facilities Coordinator and quote JR104511 as the reference.
Applications Close on 21 November 2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Murdoch was the second university established in Perth, Western Australia and has achieved a five-star rating for overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability by the QS Stars Assessment 2024, placing it among some of the leading universities in the world.