Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre Coordinator

Shoalhaven City Council; Bomaderry; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Long service leave

Flexitime

9-day fortnight

Flexible remote working

Novated lease

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking an experienced Coordinator to oversee the delivery of high quality, commercially focused programs at the Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre. You will manage staff, budgets, assets and risk, driving continuous improvement while delivering excellent customer service to the community.

The role reports to the Northern Recreation Manager and requires leadership, policy development, and strong financial oversight to align with the Council's Long Term Financial Plan.

Qualifications

• Must have demonstrated leadership and program delivery experience.
• Experience developing and implementing policies for leisure facilities.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre.
• Manage staff, budgets, assets and programs.
• Provide reports on expenditure and income and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate a team to support Council operations and strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Policy development

Budget management

Risk & compliance

Team coordination

Customer service

Education

First Aid & CPR certification

Certificate IV in Frontline Management

NSW WWCC

Tools

Driver's licence

Job description

Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre Coordinator

About the Role
Shoalhaven City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Coordinator to oversee the delivery of high-quality, commercially focused programs and services at the Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre. Reporting to the Northern Recreation Manager, this position is responsible for the day-to-day management of facility operations, including staff, finances, assets and programs. You will lead a diverse team, oversee budgets, manage risk and compliance, and drive continuous improvement while delivering excellent customer service outcomes for the community. The key duties of this role include:

• Manage the budget for the Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre
• Support & coordinate a Team within Council to enable Council to function at an optimal level
• Exhibit leadership behaviours by showing initiative, taking responsibility for self and group actions and referring issues of ethics and probity
• Approach problem solving by analysing information from various sources
• Prioritise workloads for the Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre that support the Community Strategic Plan and align operational activities accordingly
• Provide reports and reviews expenditure and income, looking for opportunities to control costs and improve business profitability in line with Council's Long Term Financial Plan.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Certificate IV in Frontline Management or equivalent experience
• Current first Aid and CPR
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of policies and procedures relevant to the management a leisure facility
• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Proof of right to work in Australia

This position requires a current NSW Working with Children Check. Applicants are required to apply and pay for this check if not already obtained.

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

Applications Close: Sunday, 27 September 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Annie Westley - Northern Recreation Manager - 02 4429 5***

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants living with a disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.

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