About Hockey Brisbane

Hockey Brisbane is the new single governing entity for hockey in Brisbane, being formed by the proposed amalgamation of Brisbane's three existing hockey associations (Brisbane Hockey Association, Brisbane Women’s Hockey Association, and Hockey Brisbane Incorporated). Member approval for amalgamation is being sought at Special General Meetings on 31 October 2026, and the entity will operate from late 2026.

Once established, Hockey Brisbane will have approximately 6,000 players across 25 clubs, with annual revenue of approximately $2.5 million.

About the role

The CEO is the senior employee of Hockey Brisbane and is responsible for the operational leadership of Hockey Brisbane.

This hire will lead the organisation through its amalgamation and first few years of operation, requiring someone who can use their practical change management and leadership skills to bring the previous associations together. The CEO will have a particular focus on harmonising and streamlining processes to improve operations.

It is the kind of role that requires a candidate that can both strategically lead our sport in Brisbane, and willingly contribute to the day-to-day operational work of the organisation with our paid staff and volunteers.

Key responsibilities

• Translate the Board-approved strategic plan into operational plans, budgets and performance measures, and deliver against them. Report progress to the Board on a regular cycle.
• Manage the day-to-day operations, budget and financial performance of Hockey Brisbane, within delegations approved by the Board. Ensure sound financial controls, reporting and sustainability.
• Lead, manage and develop staff and volunteers. Build an inclusive, high-performing organisational culture consistent with Hockey Brisbane's values and Code of Conduct.
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for Member Clubs, Hockey Queensland, sponsors, facility partners and government stakeholders. Support the delivery of the stakeholder engagement plan.
• Oversee delivery and growth of competitions, programs, participation, and representative pathways across the region for players, coaches, umpires and technical officials.
• Implement the risk management framework and ensure the organisation meets its legal, financial, WHS and regulatory obligations, including requirements under the National Integrity Framework.
• Support the Board and its Chair with accurate, timely reporting and secretariat-level information to inform governance decisions, while maintaining a clear line between operational management and Board governance.

About you

• Leadership experience running an organisation or business unit, leading paid staff and working with volunteers. A track record of bringing teams or cultures together.
• Understands the line between governance and management. Writes clear Board reports and can advise a Board without overstepping.
• A firm grasp of safeguarding and member protection obligations.
• Budgeting, reporting and controls. Ability to grow and diversify revenue through sponsorship, partnerships and commercial programs.
• Experience securing grants and other funding for projects and facilities, from government, sporting bodies or philanthropic sources. Includes preparing applications, meeting acquittal and reporting obligations, working with local and state government on facility projects, and managing funded projects through to delivery.
• Credibility with stakeholders who may hold strong loyalties or ways of doing things. Acts for the whole sport, not one club or legacy.
• Experience raising the profile of an organisation or sport through digital channels, events, schools and community partnerships.
• Experience growing and retaining participation and delivering competitions or programs, supported by volunteer and accredited workforces. Including supporting pathways for development and representative opportunities for players, coaches, umpires and technical officials.
• Demonstrated commitment to Hockey Brisbane's values: We play with heart, We lead with integrity and We grow through belonging.
• Current Queensland Blue Card (or eligibility to obtain one before commencement), national police check and reference checks.