Everyone plays here 

We’re after an all-round handyperson to join our team and to grow with us! 

• Casual opportunity based at the Sydney Academy of Sport at Narrabeen
• Casual rates apply based on full time salary between $57,670.00 to $66,065.00 + super

About the role  

The Services Officer provides assistance to Centre management by monitoring and completing all maintenance work relating to the Centre grounds, buildings, equipment and vehicles, to ensure the safety, and well-being of clients. From painting touch ups and grounds maintenance to tackling small plumbing repairs – if you’re experienced and a master of all trades, this job at Office of Sport is for you! 

For more information read the full Role Description: Services Officer 

About you

• Adept at handling a variety of tasks across different functional areas, including maintenance, catering and program support
• Demonstrated experience responding effectively to unplanned situations and being proactive in identifying and addressing maintenance needs
• A keen eye for detail to ensure all maintenance work complies with health and safety guidelines and relevant regulations.

Essential requirements: 

• Class C Drivers Licence 
• Willingness to complete a Hearing (audiometric test) within 3 months of starting employment (baseline test) and follow-up hearing test at least every 2 years

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.  Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and requisite pre-Employment Health Assessment.

Should you require further information about the role please contact the Facilities Coordinator, Mitch Britton via email: mitch.britton@sport.nsw.gov.au

About us 

 The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation. We offer a career with purpose and work that makes a difference delivering on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’. We are a unique workplace, where no two days are the same!

Our work is spread across NSW, with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, five Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. We provide leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure to enabling participation in sport and active recreation. Our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW.

Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is accessible for all people in NSW.

How to apply?

Your online application must include:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (maximum 2 pages)
• An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to the role (maximum 5 pages)

Applications close: Sunday 16th March at 11.55pm

Candidate applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a regular basis. 

 What’s in it for you? 

The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program, and free onsite parking.

Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging.

The selection process may include a range of assessment techniques to assist the hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role. We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via workforcemanagement@sport.nsw.gov.au

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.