Working closely with the Sailing Manager and a passionate team of staff and volunteers, this role is central to the coordination of SYC's keelboat and off-the-beach (OTB) racing, regattas, Discover Sailing programs and major club events.

About the role

You'll be hands-on and highly visible, coordinating weekly racing, supporting race management teams, assisting on-water when required and ensuring members and volunteers have a seamless sailing experience. From preparing race documents and publishing results, to supporting regattas, presentations and key events, no two days will be the same.

What you'll be doing

• Coordinating weekly keelboat and OTB racing programs
• Preparing Notices of Race, Sailing Instructions and race documentation
• Managing entries, handicaps and publishing same-day results
• Supporting race management teams, volunteers and on-water operations
• Assisting with regattas, Discover Sailing Days and club events
• Liaising with members, committees, volunteers and other yacht clubs
• Helping keep sailing communications, websites and systems up to date

What we're looking for

• A strong interest or background in sailing or boating
• Excellent organisation, administration and communication skills
• Confidence working with volunteers and multiple stakeholders
• Understanding of race documentation and sailing operations (highly regarded)
• Comfortable with systems such as TopYacht, TES, Excel or similar (highly regarded)
• Physically capable for occasional on-water work

Why join SYC?

• Be part of an iconic, vibrant yacht club with a strong community culture
• Work in a dynamic waterfront environment
• Play a key role in delivering major sailing events and programs
• Seasonal rosters with variety and responsibility

If you're organised, proactive and passionate about sailing and club life, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close: 31 July 2026

Please note that only candidates who are invited to an interview will be contacted.