Team Operations Assistant - NSW Swifts

Netball NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Netball NSW is offering a paid Team Operations Assistant internship at Netball Central, Sydney. The role supports elite training delivery, facilities, equipment, and staff to help players perform at their best.

You will work closely with coaches, performance staff, athletes and operations teams in a fast-paced environment. The internship runs from ASAP start through August 2027 with opportunities to develop skills in sport operations and logistics.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and team-focused.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to help.
• Strong communication with athletes and staff.
• Respectful, discreet, and professional.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving equipment.
• Interest in sport, team operations, or athlete support.

Responsibilities

• Set up training sessions with equipment, court layout, and hydration.
• Pack down training areas and store equipment.
• Support player grocery requirements and supplies.
• Assist with kit management, distribution, stocktake, and labelling.
• Maintain change rooms, preparation rooms, and team spaces.
• Complete laundry duties for training kit and towels.
• Restock fridges, hydration areas, snacks, and medical supplies.
• Support general team operations before, during, and after training and matches.
• Assist staff with ad hoc operational tasks to improve efficiency.
• Help dietitian prepare post-training smoothies for athletes.

Skills

Team operations

Logistics

Communication

Organisational skills

Athlete support

Proactive attitude

Physical fitness

Interest in sport

Job description

Netball NSW is the state's peak body for netball, leading the governance, development, promotion and administration of the sport as a not-for-profit organisation affiliated with Netball Australia. Supporting approximately 119,000 registered members and more than 150,000 participants, it delivers programs, facilities and services that strengthen netball from grassroots participation through to elite pathways, including the NSW Swifts in Suncorp Super Netball. Through collaboration with associations, clubs, volunteers and community partners, Netball NSW works to make the sport inclusive, sustainable and accessible across the state.

Our Vision: Netball is NSW's leading sport of choice and opportunity

Our Purpose: Lead and support our Netball community to grow and thrive

Our Values & Behaviours:

• WELCOMING: We are an inclusive community for everyone.
• ONE TEAM: We respect and value each other.
• BEST ALWAYS: We aspire to excellence.
• INTEGRITY: We play fair and take ownership of our actions.
• FUN: We love what we do.

Owned by Netball NSW, the NSW Swifts are one of the world's most iconic netball clubs and a cornerstone of the state's elite pathway. The club provides athletes with opportunities to represent NSW at the highest domestic level while connecting fans with world class netball through Suncorp Super Netball.

Originally the Sydney Swifts, the club was a foundation team of the Commonwealth Bank Trophy, winning four titles before rebranding in 2008 and claiming the inaugral ANZ Championship Premiership. The NSW Swifts continued their success with Suncorp Super Netball Premierships in 2019 and 2021, maintaining a proud legacy of competitive excellence.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Team Operations Assistant internship is a paid, hands-on opportunity designed to provide practical experience in the day-to-day operations of an elite sporting environment. The role supports the smooth delivery of training sessions, player support services, team facilities, equipment, kit, and operational preparation to ensure players and staff can perform at their best.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with training set-up, including equipment preparation, court or field layout, hydration stations, and any session-specific requirements.
• Pack down training areas after sessions, ensuring equipment is collected, cleaned, stored correctly, and ready for future use.
• Support player grocery requirements, including shopping, organising, storing, and monitoring supplies in line with team needs.
• Assist with kit management, including distribution, collection, stocktake, organisation, labelling, and preparation of training and match-day apparel.
• Maintain the change rooms, preparation rooms, and team areas to a high standard of cleanliness, organisation, and readiness.
• Complete laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, sorting, and returning training kit, towels, bibs, and other team items.
• Restock fridges, hydration areas, snack stations, medical room supplies, and other operational areas as required.
• Support general team operations tasks before, during, and after training, meetings, and match-day preparation.
• Assist staff with ad hoc operational requirements to ensure the team environment runs efficiently and professionally.
• Assist dietitian to make post train smoothies for athletes

ABOUT YOU

• Enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to be actively involved in a fast-paced team environment.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to follow processes.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with athletes, coaches, performance staff, and operations staff.
• A respectful, discreet, and professional approach when working in player and team spaces.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and remain calm under pressure.
• Physically capable of completing practical duties such as lifting, carrying, packing, cleaning, and moving equipment.
• An interest in sport, team operations, sports management, high performance, or athlete support.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• Hands-on experience in the operational delivery of an elite team environment.
• Exposure to training preparation, athlete support, equipment management, and facility readiness.
• Opportunity to develop practical skills in sport operations, logistics, communication, and teamwork.
• Experience working alongside coaches, performance staff, athletes, and operational personnel.

INTERNSHIP DETAILS

• Position type: Paid internship
• Department: NSW Swifts High Performance
• Location: Netball Central
• Duration: ASAP start - August 2027

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK (WWCC)

In accordance with Child Protection legislation, candidates will be required to provide a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance number for verification by Netball NSW prior to employment. Selection of the successful candidate will be based upon the results of child protection screening and relevant reference checks.

CHILD SAFE ORGANISATION

Please note: Netball NSW is committed to protecting Children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. All candidates must have a valid Working with Children Check.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Netball NSW is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; the LGBTQIA+ community; and other under-represented groups.