Permanent Full Time | Pay Level 7.1
Community Services Department | Sport and Active Lifestyle Branch
Make a lasting impact on sport, recreation and community wellbeing.
Noosa Council is proud to be different by nature. Guided by our purpose of working with and for our community, we are committed to delivering exceptional services and facilities that enhance health, wellbeing and liveability across the Noosa Shire.
We are seeking a Sport, Strategy and Projects Coordinator to provide leadership, direction and expert advice in the planning, development and delivery of sport and active recreation strategies, policies, services and infrastructure.
The Role
Reporting to the Sport and Active Lifestyle Manager, this role provides strategic leadership across sport and active recreation planning and infrastructure, supporting Council, Councillors and the community through evidence-based decision making.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and delivery of the Noosa Sport and Active Recreation Plan and related strategies
- Providing expert strategic advice on sport, active recreation and infrastructure matters
- Leading and managing the Sport Strategy and Development team
- Overseeing delivery of strategic projects, programs and partnerships to agreed scope, timeframes and quality standards
- Providing strategic infrastructure advice including feasibility studies, business cases, precinct planning and land use considerations
- Leading major capital infrastructure projects from concept development through to delivery
- Developing and maintaining strong partnerships with government agencies, sporting organisations and community stakeholders
- Preparing high-level reports, council papers, budgets, procurement documentation and funding applications
- Supporting community sporting organisations with infrastructure planning and development on Council and State land
- Leading Council’s strategic readiness planning for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
About You
You are an experienced and capable leader with a strong background in strategy, policy and project delivery within local or state government, sport, infrastructure or community development environments.
You will bring:
- Proven experience leading teams and managing performance
- Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, master planning and feasibility studies
- Experience in capital works, contract and procurement management
- Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- The ability to navigate political, organisational and community sensitivities with professionalism and sound judgement
Relevant tertiary qualifications in sport and recreation, project management, business or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent experience, are essential.
About Noosa Council
Located at the northern end of the Sunshine Coast, Noosa is internationally recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, offering an outstanding natural environment and exceptional quality of life.
At Noosa Council, our people are our greatest asset. Our SPARC Values, Supportive, Passionate, Authentic, Respectful and Committed, guide everything we do and underpin a safe, inclusive and values-led workplace.
What We Offer
- Permanent full-time employment
- Pay Level 7.1 remuneration - Base salary $115,087 plus 12% superannuation and 17.5% leave loading
- Flexible work arrangements and genuine work-life balance
- Wellness initiatives, Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program
- Free parking and annual flu vaccinations
- Paid parental leave, mid-career breaks and graduated retirement options
- Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities
Join Noosa Council and help shape the future of sport, recreation and active living in one of Australia’s most liveable communities.
