Senior Manager, Curtin Sport and Recreation

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About the Role:

Curtin are seeking an experienced and values-driven leader who can continue to deliver and build on the existing strategy and direction of Curtin Sport and Recreation, while strengthening its contribution to a healthy, connected and thriving university community. You will be a collaborative and engaging leader who places workplace culture, respect and leadership at the heart of your approach. You will have exceptional communication skills, and understand how sport, recreation, and community intersect. You will have strong commercial acumen, and thrive in an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. You will be a strong negotiator and have experience in prioritising portfolio outcomes in a complex operating environment. Above all else, you will understand and empower our purpose to create an environment that welcomes our community to participate in sport & recreation. As the Senior Manager, Sport & recreation you'll continue to deliver and build on the existing strategy and direction of Curtin Sport and Recreation and oversee the comprehensive management of our diverse offerings, including our fitness centre, sports clubs, social sports, events, and more. You'll lead a vibrant team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and secure experiences for our students, staff, and the wider community. Your role is crucial in balancing the commercial aspects with our mission to enhance student wellbeing, making sport and recreation an integral part of the Curtin experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Strategic Leadership: Chart the course for Curtin Sport & Recreation, aligning with our broader university goals to enhance student life and wellbeing.
- Operational Excellence: Drive the operational management of our facilities and programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards of service and customer satisfaction.
- Community and Partnership Building: Foster meaningful relationships within and beyond the university, enhancing our offerings and creating lasting benefits for our community.
- Financial Stewardship: Ensure the financial health of our operations, balancing revenue generation with the delivery of top-tier programs and services.

Who we are looking for/Selection Criteria:

- Strategic leadership experience, with the ability to continue delivering an established strategy and identify opportunities for its ongoing growth and development.
- Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills,



with experience building productive partnerships and representing an organisation externally, including with local government, sporting organisations and community partners.
- Commercial and financial acumen, with demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources and commercial opportunities to support sustainable operations and growth.
- Facilities and operational management experience, with an understanding of the day-to-day requirements of managing contemporary sport, recreation, health or community facilities.
- A strong commitment to workplace culture, respect and inclusive leadership, with the ability to build a positive, high-performing and collaborative team environment.
- A genuine commitment to student experience and wellbeing, recognising the diverse needs of students, staff and the wider community, including people from under-represented groups.
- The ability to connect with and engage young people and diverse audiences, creating programs, services and experiences that encourage participation, connection and belonging.
- A collaborative leadership style and the ability to work effectively across the University and with external partners to deliver shared outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive and flexible environment, surrounded by sport & recreation professionals passionate about sport and wellness who consistently strive to deliver excellence.

As an employed team member under the umbrella of Curtin Sport and Recreation, you are encouraged to utilise all the attractive services offered with a free gym membership to Curtin Stadium’s sport and active recreation facility. This isa great opportunityto utilise your experience to enhance the wellbeing and betterment of our students, staff and community and support our pursuit to make tomorrow better.

Role Requirements:

- As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
- Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check

Curtin Sport and Recreation

At Curtin,



our commitment is to ignite inspiration and captivate students on campus, enriching the student experience. We're not just about academic excellence, we believe in nurturing the whole individual, and sport and recreation play a pivotal role in our community. Our programs are designed to enhance physical health, foster social connections, and enrich the university experience through teamwork, exercise, and social activities. We're committed to creating an environment where our students can thrive, not just academically, but in all aspects of their lives.

Our comprehensive fitness and recreation services, along with a diverse range of programs and events at Curtin Stadium, create an immersive environment where this vision comes to life. From innovative programs to exciting events, we aim to foster a truly holistic and enriching experience for our students, staff, and community.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This Continuous G010 level role attracts a remuneration of $152,905 + 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Applications close: 9pm (AWST), Sunday 23rd of August 2026

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📌 Senior Manager, Curtin Sport and Recreation (Western Australia)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Western Australia