Sports Technology Supervisor

State Sport Centres Trust VICTORIA MSAC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

MSAC Gym membership with family/guest

Discounts at SSCT outlets

Complimentary court hire across SSCT

Training & professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

State Sport Centres Trust VICTORIA MSAC – Albert Park VIC is seeking a Sports Technology Supervisor to lead equipment deployment for events, coach staff, and serve as the main tech contact. The role spans MSAC, Lakeside Stadium and other SSCT venues, supporting elite, community and school events.

You will oversee checks, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with event organisers and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and exceptional service at venues that host world-class sports and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in event operations or related environment.
• Familiarity with sports technology and/or audio-visual systems (e.g. timing equipment, mixing desks, mics).
• Strong attention to detail in fast-paced settings.
• Excellent computer literacy and interpersonal communication skills.
• Current Victorian Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, operation and pack-down of sports technology for events of all scales.
• Coach and guide Sports Technology Officers.
• Act as primary technical support contact during events and competitions.
• Collaborate to maintain, test and evaluate sports technology equipment.
• Conduct pre- and post-event equipment checks and troubleshoot issues.
• Liaise with event organisers, contractors and internal stakeholders for successful delivery and high customer service.
• Support delivery of national/international events, community sport and school events across SSCT venues.

Skills

Leadership

Sports technology

AV systems

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Working with Children Check

First Aid/CPR

Job description

State Sport Centres Trust VICTORIA MSAC – Albert Park VIC

About State Sport Centres:
The Victorian State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains over $1 billion assets including four of Australia’s largest multi-sport venues, the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium incorporating the State Athletics Centre, and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC).

Unlike other major international standard venues that host sport and entertainment events, SSCT venues also provide access for users at all levels, from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants 7 days per week, up to 16 hours a day.

Through the provision of access for all, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria’s sport sector.

Four Workplace Values underpin the work we do: Teamwork, Safety, Excellence & Respect.

About the role:

As the Sports Technology Supervisor, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Lead and oversee the setup, operation and pack-down of sports technology equipment for events of all scales.
• Provide coaching, guidance and feedback to Sports Technology Officers.
• Act as the primary technical support contact during events and competitions.
• Collaborate with the Sports Technology Specialist to maintain, test and evaluate sports technology equipment.
• Conduct pre- and post-event equipment checks and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Liaise with event organisers, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure successful event delivery and a high standard of customer service.
• Support the delivery of national and international sporting events, community sport and school events across SSCT venues.

This role will primarily work at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) and Lakeside Stadium, with opportunities to work across all SSCT venues including State Netball & Hockey Centre and State Basketball Centre.

Required skills and Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in event operations or a related environment.
• Familiarity with sports technology and/or audio-visual systems (e.g. Omega timing equipment, mixing desks, microphones and related technology).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent computer literacy and interpersonal communication skills.
• Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including criminal record, social media, and adverse media checks.

You will love working at the State Sport Centres. Here’s just a few reasons why:

• You’ll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation.
• You’ll be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skills.
• You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with.

Our Patrons and Teams

• You’ll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation.
• You’ll be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skills.
• You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with.

Our Venues

• Free parking
• MSAC Gym and Performance Membership including family and friends’ discounts
• Discount at SSCT food & beverage and retail outlets
• Complimentary court hire for casual bookings across SSCT venues

Our Workplace

• Training and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program providing free confidential support for your mental health
• Inclusive environment recognising our diverse workforce and community
• Employee recognition through our Values in Action program

Join us in our mission to help people to be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best.

SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities.

The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment.