Rowing Boatshed Manager/Facility Coordinator

St Joseph's Nudgee College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Nudgee College in Brisbane is seeking a hands-on Rowing Boatshed Manager / Facility Coordinator to oversee waterfront operations and fleet maintenance for our GPS rowing program on a full-time fixed-term basis.

This role ensures boats, gear and transport logistics run safely and efficiently year-round, with duties spanning maintenance, rigging, training support, and coordinating with students, coaches and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience with rowing boat rigging and fleet maintenance.
• Ability to perform practical boat and equipment repairs.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage students, staff, families and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair boats, motors and training gear; manage rigging.
• Coordinate trailer loading, transport and setup for daily training, regattas and camps.
• Oversee waterfront facility safety, cleanliness and readiness.
• Engage with students, coaching staff, families and external suppliers to support operations.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Logistics coordination

Facility operations

Community engagement

Job description

Anchor the success of St Joseph's Nudgee College rowing fleet! St Joseph’s Nudgee College is seeking a skilled and proactive Rowing Boatshed Manager / Facility Coordinator to oversee waterfront operations and fleet maintenance for our renowned GPS rowing program on fulltime fixed term basis.

This hands-on position is vital to the success and safety of our rowing community, ensuring our boats, gear, facilities, and transport logistics are operating at peak performance year-round.

Responsibilities include:

• Fleet & Equipment Maintenance: the upkeep, rigging, and repair of rowing boats, motors, and training gear and equipment.
• Logistics & Movement: Coordinate seamless trailer loading, transport, and equipment setup for daily training, regattas, and seasonal camps.
• Facility Operations: Oversee the overall safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness of our waterfront facility.
• Community Engagement: Work collaboratively with students, coaching staff, families, external suppliers, and the broader rowing community.

You will have:

• Current Driver’s Licence, Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card), and a Marine Driver’s Licence (or genuine willingness to obtain one prior to start).
• Proven experience in rowing boat rigging, fleet maintenance, and practical boat/equipment repairs.
• Exceptional organisational, logistical, and problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships across the school community.
• Availability to work flexible hours—including early mornings, split shifts, weekends, and camps during the peak rowing season.

Great ideas come from everywhere and everyone. St Joseph's Nudgee College is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.