Stadium and Football Operations Manager

Brothers Leagues Club Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stadium and Football Operations Manager at Brothers Leagues Club Cairns will lead day-to-day operations of Stan Williams Park, maximise venue utilisation and drive commercial development.

You will build sponsorship partnerships, coordinate events, manage budgets and report on performance while fostering community engagement and a positive club culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports administration, venue operations or club management.
• Proven ability to manage day-to-day operations in busy sporting/community settings.
• Strong communication, relationship management and organisational skills.
• Experience developing sponsorships or commercial partnerships.
• Sound budgeting, expenditure monitoring and revenue development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation, presentation and utilisation of Stan Williams Park and facilities.
• Coordinate venue bookings, training sessions, fixtures, tournaments and events.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, presentation and utilisation of the venue.
• Develop and implement sponsorship/commercial development plans.
• Monitor budgets and report on financial performance and growth.

Skills

Sports administration

Venue operations

Budgeting

Sponsorship development

Staff management

Event management

Stakeholder relations

Health and safety

Rugby league

Flexible hours

Education

Sports management degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Brothers Leagues Club Cairns - Manunda QLD

The Stadium and Football Operations Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day management, operations and commercial development of Stan Williams Park, together with the administration and operational management of the Brothers Rugby League Football Club.

The position has a strong focus on maximising the utilisation and commercial potential of Stan Williams Park, developing and retaining sponsorship partnerships, improving venue presentation and operational standards, and ensuring the successful delivery of football competitions, events and associated activities.

The successful candidate will be a proactive, commercially minded and hands-on manager who can balance the operational requirements of a football club with the broader objective of growing revenue, strengthening community relationships and enhancing the reputation of Brothers Leagues Club and Stan Williams Park.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operation, presentation and effective utilisation of Stan Williams Park and its associated facilities.
• Coordinate venue bookings, training sessions, fixtures, tournaments, community activities and other approved events.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, presentation and utilisation of the venue.
• Liaise with coaches, team managers, players, volunteers, competition administrators and relevant governing bodies.
• Develop and implement a sponsorship and commercial development plan for Stan Williams Park and the Brothers Rugby League Football Club.
• Identify, approach and secure new sponsors and commercial partners, as well as maintain current sponsorships, renewals and registers of such.
• Develop sponsorship packages, advertising opportunities, signage arrangements, hospitality opportunities and other commercial propositions.
• Proactively pursue and identify opportunities to increase revenue through venue hire, events, tournaments, advertising and other appropriate commercial activities.
• Manage and monitor budget and report on new business and growth.
• Support the recruitment, coordination and retention of volunteers and football support personnel.
• Encourage greater participation, community engagement and utilisation of the stadium.
• Strengthen relationships with local schools, junior sporting organisations, community groups and regional sporting bodies.
• Promote a positive, professional and inclusive club culture.
• Work collaboratively with football committees and other relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare annual operating budgets for the areas of ressponsibility in consultation with the CEO or nominated senior executive.
• Monitor expenditure, revenue and operating performance against approved budgets.
• Develop business cases for proposed venue improvements, events and commercial initiatives.
• Ensure purchasing, contractor engagement and expenditure comply with delegated financial authorities.
• Provide regular reports on financial performance, operational issues, commercial opportunities and planned improvements.
• Ensure venue and football activities are conducted in accordance with applicable legislation, competition requirements and organisational policies.
• Performance will be assessed against agreed annual objectives and KPIs.
• The role requires regular on-site attendance at Stan Williams Park and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays to accommodate sporting fixtures, events and operational requirements.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in sports administration, venue operations, club management, events management or a related field.
• Proven ability to organise and manage day-to-day operations in a busy sporting or community environment.
• Strong communication, relationship management and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with sponsors, businesses and community stakeholders.
• Sound financial awareness, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring and revenue development.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands and resolve operational issues.
• Strong administrative skills and proficiency in standard business software.
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Commitment to workplace health and sasfety, professional conduct and the values of Brothers Leagues Club.
• Experience within rugby league, licensed clubs, community sport or major sporting venues.
• Demonstrated success in acquiring sponsorships or developing commercial partnerships.
• Experience in venue hire, event delivery, facilities management or sportsground operations.
• Knowledge of relevant rugby league competitions, governing bodies and registration systems.
• Experience managing staff, contractors and volunteers.
• Relevant qualifications in sports management, business, events, facilities management or related discipline.