Senior Recreation Officer

Position No: 134/2025

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Full-Time | Permanent
• Level Six | Salary: $98,345 to $106,287* per annum*, plus superannuation
• Vacancy 134/2025

The opportunity

The City of Mandurah Recreation Services team is seeking a talented and experienced individual to fill the position of Senior Recreation Officer. In this full-time role, you will work with clubs, groups and industry stakeholders to facilitate and support the growth and delivery of recreation services, facilities and programs to our community.

You will be responsible for maximising participation and use of the City's current community infrastructure whilst driving strategies to future proof the growth of sport and recreational facility provision in Mandurah.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Diploma level qualification in Recreation/Leisure Sciences or a relevant discipline.
• Hold a current unrestricted "C-A" (Automatic) or "C-B" (Manual) class national driver's licence.
• At least 3 years demonstrated experience in a similar role within the sport and recreation industry including strategic and operational planning.
• Experience in the establishment and ongoing development of sporting / recreational clubs and associations at local, district and regional level.
• Ability to prepare grant submissions and source funding for recreation programs and infrastructure.
• Ability to contribute to the development of a supportive team environment and constructive culture through sound leadership skills including coaching others, staff development and promotion of a team approach to business.
• Ability to coordinate community facility usage and minor upgrade projects.
• Sound knowledge of the Sport, Recreation and Leisure industry, including trends, programs and initiatives, and their implications to local government and the community.
• Exceptional focus on customer satisfaction.
• Effective interpersonal skills including negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organisational, time and financial skills.
• Project development and management skills.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply, please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Natalie Garnsworthy, Coordinator Recreation Services, on

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organisational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• • The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah, please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich

Chief Executive Officer

Position No: 134/2025

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Full-Time | Permanent
• Level Six | Salary: $98,345 to $106,287* per annum*, plus superannuation
• Vacancy 134/2025

The opportunity

The City of Mandurah Recreation Services team is seeking a talented and experienced individual to fill the position of Senior Recreation Officer. In this full-time role, you will work with clubs, groups and industry stakeholders to facilitate and support the growth and delivery of recreation services, facilities and programs to our community.

You will be responsible for maximising participation and use of the City's current community infrastructure whilst driving strategies to future proof the growth of sport and recreational facility provision in Mandurah.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Diploma level qualification in Recreation/Leisure Sciences or a relevant discipline.
• Hold a current unrestricted "C-A" (Automatic) or "C-B" (Manual) class national driver's licence.
• At least 3 years demonstrated experience in a similar role within the sport and recreation industry including strategic and operational planning.
• Experience in the establishment and ongoing development of sporting / recreational clubs and associations at local, district and regional level.
• Ability to prepare grant submissions and source funding for recreation programs and infrastructure.
• Ability to contribute to the development of a supportive team environment and constructive culture through sound leadership skills including coaching others, staff development and promotion of a team approach to business.
• Ability to coordinate community facility usage and minor upgrade projects.
• Sound knowledge of the Sport, Recreation and Leisure industry, including trends, programs and initiatives, and their implications to local government and the community.
• Exceptional focus on customer satisfaction.
• Effective interpersonal skills including negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organisational, time and financial skills.
• Project development and management skills.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply, please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Natalie Garnsworthy, Coordinator Recreation Services, on

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organisational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
• • The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah, please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich

Chief Executive Officer