Sailing Manager – Lead Regattas & Racing

Royal Yacht Club of Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Iconic club with waterfront Williamton

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Equal opportunity employer and child-s

child-safe organisation

Job summary

Royal Yacht Club of Victoria in Williamstown seeks a Sailing Manager to lead all water activities, plan the annual racing calendar, and deliver racing and regatta events. You will supervise a Sailing Assistant and a dedicated group of volunteers while ensuring safety and compliance on the water.

You'll report to the General Manager and collaborate with sailing committees, providing leadership and organisational excellence to grow participation and maintain the club’s inclusive culture at an

Qualifications

• Experience running racing, regattas or sailing programs.
• Knowledge of the Racing Rules of Sailing and on-water safety.
• Ability to lead staff and motivate volunteers.
• Highly organised with attention to detail and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the sailing calendar including racing and regattas.
• Appoint Race Officers and oversee NORs, SIs, entries, handicaps, results and protests.
• Lead the Sailing Assistant and volunteer race management teams.
• Ensure sailing activities are safe and compliant, including child safety.
• Manage sailing assets and reporting to the General Manager.
• Support sailing committees and stakeholders.

Skills

Staff leadership

Volunteer motivation

Organised

Detail-oriented

Clear communicator

RRS knowledge

On-water safety

Education

Australian Sailing Race Officer accreditation (Regional level or higher)

Tools

Victorian marine licence

First aid certificate

Driver's licence

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Job description

Royal Yacht Club of Victoria in Williamstown seeks a Sailing Manager to lead all water activities, plan the annual racing calendar, and deliver racing and regatta events. You will supervise a Sailing Assistant and a dedicated group of volunteers while ensuring safety and compliance on the water.

You'll report to the General Manager and collaborate with sailing committees, providing leadership and organisational excellence to grow participation and maintain the club’s inclusive culture at an