Recreation Officer

IndigenousX; Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development programs

Parental leave (26 weeks)

Employee assistance program

Public transport access

Job summary

City of Sydney is seeking a motivated Recreation Officer to join our recreation precinct team. You’ll plan, implement and deliver a range of sports and recreational programs and services across multiple centres, including events and space hire, to meet community needs.

Under the guidance of the Operations Team Leader, you’ll support day-to-day operations and contribute to the development of new programs at the Huntley Street Recreation Centre.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with planning and delivery of recreation programs, activities or events.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively with others.
• Experience with point-of-sale and booking systems, and Microsoft Office applications, or the ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work a roster that includes weekdays, weekends and nights across multiple locations.
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and deliver a range of sports and recreational programs and services.
• Coordinate inclusive programs and events and space hire services to meet community needs.
• Support day-to-day operations across multiple recreation centres and all-weather sportsfields.

Skills

Program planning

Event delivery

Organisational skills

Booking systems

Microsoft Office

First Aid

Flexible hours

Tools

POS systems

Booking systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alexandria

City Leisure Services/City Greening & Leisure/City Services

Full Time/Permanent

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About The Role

Are you passionate about sport and recreation and committed to delivering high quality programs and services that promote inclusive participation, social connection, and improved health and wellbeing across the community?

We’re excited to welcome a motivated and experienced Recreation Officer to join our recreation precinct team.

Under the guidance of the Operations Team Leader and Precinct Manager, you’ll plan, implement and deliver a range of sports and recreational programs and services, including sports competitions, inclusive programs and events, and space hire services that respond to the needs of our community. You’ll also support the efficient day-to-day operations and service delivery across multiple recreation centres and all-weather sportsfields within our growing precinct.

This role also presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of new programs at the soon-to-open Huntley Street Recreation Centre.

We’re Looking For Someone With

• demonstrated experience with planning and delivery of recreation programs, activities or events
• strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively with others
• experience with point-of-sale and booking systems, and Microsoft Office applications, or the ability to learn quickly
• the ability to work a spread of hours, working a roster that includes weekdays, weekends and nights, and be available to work across multiple locations within the Local Government area
• current First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake relevant training.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history and working with children check.

Applications must be submitted online by11:59pm, Wednesday 2 September 2026.

For more information, contact Brian Law, Precinct Manager on 02 9265 9273.

What We Can Offer You

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [e-mail] 02 9265 9333.