About Olly Timing

Olly Timing provides video-based timing services for competitive swimming events. Our computer-vision software helps venues, organisers, volunteers, coaches and athletes. We have been operating in Australia since February 2024.

The role

We are looking for casual operators to support competitive swimming meets, particularly over the summer season. Most shifts are on-site at SOPAC and other pools in the Sydney area. Some shifts can be operated remotely from home.

What you will do

• Operate Olly Timing at events, including system setup, live monitoring, basic troubleshooting and reviewing timing results.
• On some shifts, help transport, set up and pack away equipment safely.
• Work with customers and event teams to help deliver a smooth competition.
• Operate remotely from home when rostered for a remote shift (optional).

What we are looking for

• Customer-focused and comfortable working with event staff and other operators.
• Reliable, punctual and organised, with good attention to detail.
• Able to follow procedures, communicate clearly and stay calm during live events.
• Comfortable using computers and keen to learn how timing technology works. Previous Olly Timing experience is not required; paid training is provided.
• Swimming or event experience is useful, but not essential.
• A valid NSW Working With Children Check and permission to work in Australia.
• For optional remote shifts, a suitable home workspace and reliable internet connection.

Pay and training

New operators start at Level 1. Required training is paid at the Level 1 rate. Operators progress to Level 2 after three months' continuous employment. Rates include casual loading. Superannuation is paid in addition, and pay is processed monthly.

Hourly rates

Weekdays, 7 am–7 pm: Level 1 $32.18 | Level 2 $33.85
Weekdays outside 7 am–7 pm and Saturdays: Level 1 $37.32 | Level 2 $39.27
Sundays: Level 1 $45.05 | Level 2 $47.39
Public holidays: Level 1 $64.35 | Level 2 $67.70

Shifts

Shifts usually start around 7 am and finish between 4 pm and 7 pm, with breaks. Some longer event days start around 1 pm. Shifts may be on weekdays or weekends, mainly at SOPAC and occasionally at other pools. Some shifts are remote from home.

February and March are our busiest months, with around 45 event days on the current roster and up to 75 shifts across the team. Other shifts may also be available at different times in the season.

Successful candidates receive paid training and an Olly Timing polo shirt.