At Tennis Australia, we're creating a more playful world through tennis– for everyone.
From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
We're a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference.
We're looking for a Precinct Activations Lead to join our Event Operations team and help deliver the Australian Open ****.
This is a full-time fixed-term contract from September**** to February****.
As this is a seasonal role, we require full availability and flexibility across the summer months, December– February.
We're committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in.
We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.
About the role
Coordinate the delivery of precinct activations and retail/merch from planning through to event delivery and bump-out.
Manage contractors, agencies, suppliers, and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.
Oversee event logistics including site access, accreditation, scheduling, and operational requirements.
Coordinate build and bump-in/bump-out activities, supporting the successful delivery of retail and precinct installations.




Maintain project documentation, compliance requirements, budgets and reporting processes.
About you
Proven experience delivering events, activations, exhibitions, or production projects in a complex environment.
Strong project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Knowledge of event operations, logistics, contractor management, and WHS requirements.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
Strong administration skills and attention to detail, including experience managing project documentation and reporting.
Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia.
What's to love?
Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
Tickets to the Australian Open
Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates
Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking
A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.
Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe workplace for all tennis participants, including children and young people.
It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child‐safety.
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📌 Precinct Activations Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 TENNIS AUSTRALIA
📍 Melbourne