Shire of Moora | Job Opportunity

Sports and Recreation Manager The Shire of Moora is seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and community-minded Sports and Recreation Manager to lead the delivery, promotion and operation of the Shire’s sports and recreation facilities.

This role provides an exciting prospect to support the growth of local sport and recreation by managing facilities including the Moora Swimming Pool, Hydrotherapy Pool, recreation grounds, sporting facilities, as well as sports and community recreation programs.

If you are an experienced leader with a passion for community engagement, facility management and creating positive experiences for residents and visitors, we would love to hear from you.

This is a full-time position under a fix-term (three to five years) management contract.

Key responsibilities

· Support the planning and delivery of the Shire’s sports and recreation services.

· Manage the day-to-day operations of sporting and recreation facilities.

· Ensure facilities are safe, compliant, well-maintained and welcoming for the community.

· Supervise patrons and manage pool operations (including water quality testing, chemical management and safety compliance) at the Moora Swimming Pool and Hydrotherapy Pool.

· Build strong relationships with sporting clubs, community groups and stakeholders.

· Support participation programs, events and initiatives that encourage community involvement.

· Identify opportunities for grants, partnerships and facility improvements.

· Lead and support Sports and Recreation Services staff.

About the person





We are looking for someone who has:

· Relevant qualifications or significant industry experience in sport, recreation, leisure or community facility management.

· Experience managing sports, recreation or aquatic facilities.

· Demonstrated leadership skills and experience supervising staff.

· Sound knowledge of facility operations, risk management and Work Health and Safety requirements.

· Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

· Experience building positive relationships with sporting clubs, community groups and key stakeholders.

· Experience preparing reports, managing budgets and delivering operational programs.

· Current C Class Driver’s Licence.

· Current First Aid and CPR certification.

· Current Working with Children Check.

· Pool Operations or Pool Plant Operator qualifications.

Desirable criteria also include:

· Royal Life Saving Australia Pool Lifeguard qualification.

· Aquatic Technical Operations qualification.

· Experience in local government.

· Experience preparing successful grant applications and managing funded projects.

· Knowledge of Department of Health public swimming pool requirements.

· Experience using recreation or facility booking software.





What we offer

· Total annual remuneration package between $126,150 and $135,350, dependent on experience.

· Accommodation in a Shire-owned residence (included in the remuneration package).

· One Rostered Day Off a month.

· Free family or adult season pass to the Moora Swimming Pool.

· Free gym membership.

· Annual workwear allowance.

· Rates subsidy of $500 per annum, if the employee owns, and resides in, their own home within the Shire of Moora.

· Professional development.

· Free Employee Assistance Program.

· Free health and wellbeing program.

· Free on-site parking.

Employment conditions

Employment is contingent upon

- Provision of a current satisfactory National Police Clearance
- A Pre-Employment Medical Assessment including Drug & Alcohol Testing

More information For further information, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack available on our website (www.moora.wa.gov.au/employment), contact Natalie Maloy, Manager Community Development and Stakeholder Services on [0456 524 154](tel:0456 524 154), or email [email protected].

How to apply

Applications close at 4.00pm on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

Applications (including a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, a CV and the contact details of two referees) to be addressed “Private and Confidential” and to be lodged via the Shire’s website (www.moora.wa.gov.au) or posted or emailed to:

Human Resources

Shire of Moora

PO Box 211

MOORA WA 6521

or [email protected]

📌 Sports and Recreation Manager (Moora)
🏢 Shire of Moora
📍 Moora