SPORTS OFFICER

Closing Date: 13/10/2026 4:00 PM W. Australia Standard Time

Newman

Annual Salary AUD $72,067.00 - $88,697.00

Sport

Permanent Full Time


SPORTS OFFICER

NEWMAN | PERMANENT | FULL TIME | # 365

BASE SALARY UP TO $88,697 p.a.

RELOCATION EXPENSES

LIVING ALLOWANCE

Up to 22% Superannuation Contribution* | Relocation expenses up to $10k intrastate or $15k interstate | Living Allowance up to $13K p.a. | Eligibility for Long Service Leave | Paid Parental Leave | Uniform Allowance | Employee Assistance Program | 50% Discount on Shire facilities & services

The progressive Shire of East Pilbara, the largest local Government Authority in Western Australia, servicing the town sites of Newman, Marble Bar, Nullagine and local communities, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Join the journey to creating the incredible as our Sports Officer

Do you have?

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Sports, Recreation, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Sound knowledge of the recreation industry, including trends, programs, and initiatives, and their implications to local government and the community.
  • Sound knowledge of physical activity, community recreation, and club development principles and processes.
  • Current Provide First Aid Certificate and Provide CPR or ability to obtain.
  • Current Western Australian Working With Children Check or ability to obtain.
  • Current ’C’ Class Drivers Licence valid in WA.

To be successful in this role, you will have sound computer skills, high-quality administration, customer service, and communication skills. You will have highly proven self-management, time management, and organisational skills. You will have effective interpersonal skills including facilitation and problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Join a Team working with passion and purpose aimed at proactively achieving the Shire’s Vision and Objectives while living its values of Leadership with HEART -Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

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Contact Information

For enquiries relating to the application or recruitment process, please contact: People and Culture Team on (08) 9175 8000 or [email protected].


How to Apply

Next steps – Applicants are requested to submit an up to date resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in no more than 3 pages. Please find the application button below.

If you are unable to apply via our website, please submit your application by emailing [email protected].

Applications close at 4:00 pm on the specified closing date ,however the Shire reserves the right to appoint the right applicant to this position prior to this time - Canvassing of Councilors or Selection Panel Members will disqualify


* Subject to employee superannuation contribution

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