Manager - Facilities, Planning and Government Relations

Tennis Australia Limited; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Wellbeing program

Health benefits

Partner discounts

Job summary

Tennis ACT is seeking a strategic leader to shape the future tennis infrastructure across the ACT and surrounding region. You will work with government, councils and community partners to plan and deliver sustainable facilities that boost participation and long-term growth.

The role emphasizes securing investment, managing major projects, asset maintenance, and driving accessible venues. Applicants should have experience in infrastructure planning and a collaborative, inclusive approach to

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure, facilities, planning, property, project delivery or related field.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution.
• Experience preparing grants, funding submissions or investment proposals.
• Commitment to collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and development of a sustainable, future-focused tennis facility network across the ACT and region.
• Build strong partnerships with government, councils, clubs and community stakeholders to advocate for infrastructure investment and growth.
• Identify, secure and manage grant funding opportunities, business cases and capital investment projects.
• Deliver facility renewal, redevelopment and infrastructure projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes, accessibility and long-term sustainability.
• Provide strategic oversight of asset management, maintenance programs and major works across Tennis ACT facilities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Grant writing

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Job description

At Tennis ACT, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone.

From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.

We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. If you’re ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

About the role

Play a key role in shaping the future of tennis infrastructure across the ACT and surrounding region. Working closely with government, community partners and industry stakeholders, you’ll lead strategic network planning, secure investment opportunities and drive projects that create modern, accessible and sustainable facilities that support participation and community growth.

In this role you will:

• Lead the planning and development of a sustainable, future-focused tennis facility network across the ACT and region
• Build strong partnerships with government, councils, clubs and community stakeholders to advocate for infrastructure investment and growth
• Identify, secure and manage grant funding opportunities, business cases and capital investment projects
• Deliver facility renewal, redevelopment and infrastructure projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes, accessibility and long-term sustainability
• Provide strategic oversight of asset management, maintenance programs and major works across Tennis ACT facilities

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• You bring experience in infrastructure, facilities, planning, property, project delivery or a related field, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and practical execution
• You build trusted relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and can confidently influence outcomes across complex environments
• You have experience preparing grants, funding submissions, business cases or investment proposals that drive meaningful results
• You’re a proactive problem-solver who can manage competing priorities while delivering projects that benefit communities
• You value collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement, and enjoy working with others to create positive, lasting impact
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check
• Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis ACT

What’s to love?

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
• Monthly wellbeing activities and recognition through our Serving Your Success program
• Health & welling benefits, including access to Next Gen Canberra and other wellbeing initiatives
• A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners

Tennis ACT is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety.

We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.

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