Senior Sport & Recreation Development Officer

Employment type: Full time, Fixed Term position (2 year contract)
Hours per week: 38
Remuneration: Band 6 salary from $104,133.36 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO
Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement

About the role

The Senior Sport and Recreation Development Officer is responsible for supporting the effective management and activation of Wyndham’s sport and recreation services, helping to create positive participation opportunities for the community and support the sustainable growth of local sporting clubs.

Working closely with sporting clubs, peak bodies, schools and community stakeholders, the position focuses on building strong relationships, improving service delivery and ensuring Council’s sporting facilities are managed and utilised effectively.

 The role also contributes to strategic projects, policy development and initiatives that enhance community participation and support the future planning of sport and recreation across Wyndham.

As part of a collaborative team, the successful candidate will provide professional advice, contribute to process improvements and help deliver responsive, customer-focused outcomes for the community.

What your day will look like

• Building strong relationships with sporting clubs, schools, community groups and key stakeholders to support participation and club development outcomes.
• Coordinating seasonal allocations, casual bookings and facility use to ensure Council’s sporting facilities are utilised effectively and efficiently.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, streamline workflows and enhance customer experience across sport and recreation services.
• Providing advice and guidance to support consistent, responsive and customer-focused service delivery.
• Contributing to sport and recreation projects, policies and strategic initiatives that support Wyndham’s growing community.
• Supporting the establishment and development of local sporting clubs through Council frameworks and programs.
• Representing Council at meetings, forums and community events, advocating for positive sport and recreation outcomes.

What you will bring

• Qualifications in Sport Management, Recreation Planning, Community Development or a related discipline, with relevant experience in sport and recreation, community development or local government environments. Equivalent extensive industry experience will also be considered.
• Experience working with sporting clubs and community organisations to support participation, strengthen capability and deliver positive community outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in sport and recreation development, including working with clubs and community organisations to build capacity and increase participation.
• Well-developed understanding of sport and recreation operations, including facility management and community access within a local government context.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and coordinating projects or programs, applying sound project management principles to deliver effective and sustainable outcomes.
• A current Driver’s Licence and Working with Children Check.

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.