• Oversee and grow Glen Eira Leisure’s sports competitions and community hire programs
• Lead people, build partnerships, and coordinate high-impact leisure events
• $75,360 per annum (pro-rata for part time) + superannuation

Join the Glen Eira Leisure Team!

Are you passionate about sport, leadership and building strong community programs? Glen Eira Leisure is growing and we’re looking for a dynamic professional to lead the delivery of inclusive, engaging and well-run sports and leisure programs across our three vibrant venues: Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC), Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool and Caulfield Recreation Centre.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of innovative programs in local sport and recreation — shaping how Glen Eira stays active, connected, and inspired.

Why Join Glen Eira Leisure?

Purpose and Impact: Make a real difference to the wellbeing of the community through accessible and inclusive leisure opportunities.

Leadership Opportunity: Step into a key leadership role, overseeing staff, managing competitions, and working closely with contractors and community partners.

Collaborative Culture: Work with a committed, collaborative. values-driven team that supports professional growth, innovation and continuous improvement.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, leadership-focused position that supports the Programs Coordinator to plan and deliver sports competitions, manage external venue hires, coordinate events and ensure safety, quality and customer satisfaction across GEL’s sporting and leisure operations.

You will directly lead staff, manage stakeholder relationships and coordinate compliance requirements, while contributing to the strategic growth and sustainability of our leisure programs.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate the delivery of GEL’s sports competitions, including rosters, referees/umpires, support staff and venue logistics.
• Manage stadium bookings and support external user groups to ensure a high standard of service and compliance.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of events, from community tournaments to inclusive programs and special activations.
• Ensure safe, clean and functional facilities, liaising with maintenance and compliance teams as needed.
• Perform hazard and risk assessments and contribute to a proactive risk culture.
• Manage budgets, quotes, invoices and reporting to ensure cost-effective operations and report back to the Programs Coordinator.
• Champion customer service excellence and foster a culture of responsiveness and care.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Sports Programs Supervisors and collaborate with other relevant GEL teams.
• Contribute to the strategic expansion of GEL’s Sports and Leisure programs.

About You

You’re an enthusiastic leader with a strong background in sports and program management and a commitment to community wellbeing. You bring energy, organisational skills and a proactive mindset to everything you do and thrive in fast-paced, people-focused environments. You are looking for an opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the growth of a thriving leisure programs portfolio.

Qualifications and Experience

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Demonstrated experience in managing sports programs, competitions, events or similar leisure services.
• Knowledge of risk, safety and compliance frameworks, including hazard identification.
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Sound administrative skills including reporting, quoting and invoicing.
• Experience training, mentoring and leading staff in a dynamic team environment.
• Relevant certifications:
• Employee Working with Children Check
• First Aid and CPR (current)
• Fire Warden Training (or willingness to obtain)

Pre-employment checks

Progressed candidates must undergo standard screening, including:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Health Declaration
• Evidence of right to work in Australia

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description 

 Sports and Leisure Programs Team Leader - May 2025 - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!

All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. This is a full-time role, but part-time (minimum 30 hours/week) may be considered for the right candidate.

As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 11.55pm Monday 2nd of June 2025.

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Libby Dewar, Programs Coordinator on 03 9575 7141 or email ldewar@geleisure.com.au

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on Aboriginal@gleneria.vic.gov.au

We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.