The Health and Recreation Team are seeking an applicant for the role of Team Leader Sport and Recreation. This role reports to the Facility Manager Recreation.
This role is responsible for day-to-day administration of councils recreation sports and arts related programs and services. This involves actively maintaining the retention of sports teams the administration and oversight of sports officials recreation programs promotion and marketing and assisting with the review and implementation of policies plans and strategies related to sport and recreation management.
Leading a small team of Recreation Support Officers to ensure the smooth delivery of sports programs and associated services
Lead generating sporting fixtures and recreation programs and taking bookings for recreation and arts programs and events
Lead the resolution of sports related customer enquiries complaints and requests
Assist with the day-to-day office administration and operations of the centre including customer service programs and sports development.
The Team Leader Sport and Recreation will play a key role in facilitating maintaining and further enhancing these areas ensuing alignment with Councils management operating framework. The position involves working collaboratively across teams liaising with internal and external stakeholders and supporting effective leadership communication and reporting.
Team Leader Sport and Recreation Position Description
This is a full-time fixed-term opportunity to October 2027
We are seeking applications from those who can demonstrate:
Strong leadership capabilities
Ability to plan prioritise and meet competing deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Sound knowledge of sport and recreation centre nuances
Initiative problem solving capability and the ability to work independently
Hold a Working With Children Check
Provide First Aid Certificate
Diploma in Recreation Management Social Science or other relevant demonstrated experience
Experience in a recreation centre setting
This is an excellent full-time fixed-term opportunity to October 2027 to contribute to health and recreation outcomes within the community.
Salary Range is between $91908 - $98028 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills experience and qualifications.
If this position sounds like its for you please submit an application outlining your relevant skills experience and suitability by 5pm Sunday 11 January 2026.
For a confidential discussion or any questions please contact Jenny Szabo at or Rick Gower at .
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