The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men’s and Women’s Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.

Are you up for the challenge?

About the team – 

The AIS REST Hub is a specialised team that supports Australia’s High Performance (HP) sport system through four key pillars: Recovery, Environment, Sleep, and Travel. The REST Hub drives practical, evidence-informed solutions to optimise performance and wellbeing. With a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and system-wide impact, the team works closely with the HP sport system to build capability and support the implementation of best practice strategies.

About the role –

We’re seeking a proactive and skilled professional to join the REST Hub. While the current strategic focus of this role is on the Environment pillar (particularly, heat preparation and management) we welcome applicants with expertise across any of the REST pillars: Recovery, Environment, Sleep, or Travel. The role involves creating accessible resources, supporting key projects, and working closely with stakeholders to embed practical, evidence-based solutions in performance environments. Strong communication skills, a drive for innovation, and a background in sport science or a related field are essential. If you're passionate about performance support and ready to contribute to system-wide impact, we encourage you to apply.

About you –

You will ideally have:

• Postgraduate qualifications and/or equivalent experience in sport science, physiology, sports medicine, or a related field.
• A sound understanding of the Australian high performance sport system, including its structure, stakeholders, and operational environment.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven ability to engage and influence others to drive strategic outcomes across organisations and locations.
• High levels of initiative, adaptability, and self-motivation in dynamic settings.
• Expertise in at least one of the REST Hub pillars: Recovery, Environment, Sleep, or Travel (Note: Current strategic priority is on the Environment pillar, with a focus on heat preparation and management).

This position is offered as a FIXED TERM position until 17 July 2026.

Why work with us?

We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney.  Across all locations, we offer:

• Options for flexible working arrangements.
• Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
• Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
• Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
• Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
• Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.

Additionally, our Canberra campus offers:

• Free onsite parking
• Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
• Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker’s Cottage Childcare Centre.

Eligibility

• To be eligible for employment with the Australian Sports Commission, it is preferred that applicants are Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia.

As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector. This position requires a Working with Vulnerable/Children People check to obtain employment.
Notes

• The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.
• Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.
• The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.
• If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email people@ausport.gov.au or phone (02) 6214 1328.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where its offices are located, the Ngunnawal people and recognises any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the people of the Yugambeh Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. The ASC extends this acknowledgment to all the Traditional Custodians of the lands and First Nations peoples throughout Australia and would like to pay respects to all Elders past and present. The ASC recognises the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to society and sport in Australia and celebrates the power of sport to promote reconciliation and reduce inequality.