This is an exciting time to join the Queensland Academy of Sport and our High-Performance Programs team.
With less than two years until the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, we are seeking an experienced High-Performance Manager to lead Paralympic sport programs and support athletes, coaches and performance teams pursuing podium results.
Applicants must have demonstrated hands-on experience working within Paralympic high-performance sport and be ready to step into the role from day one.
Job details Position status Contract
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Sport & Recreation
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Brisbane - South
Job ad reference QLD/QAS698869
Closing date 10-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration 3 Years
Contact person Wayne Lomas
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This is an exciting time to join the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) and our High Performance Programs team.
With less than two years until the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, we are looking for an experienced High Performance Manager to help lead QAS Paralympic sport programs and support athletes, coaches and performance support teams pursuing international success. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing Queensland athletes for major competitions and helping them progress towards Paralympic podium performances.
We are seeking someone with demonstrated hands-on experience working within Paralympic high-performance sport environments who can step into the role from day one. A robust understanding of Paralympic sport, athlete development, coaching and performance planning is essential.
Working closely with athletes, coaches, National Sporting Organisations, performance support practitioners and other system partners, you will help shape athlete and program plans, lead performance discussions, support coach development,
monitor athlete progress and contribute to decisions about program priorities and resource allocation.
You will be part of a team of experienced QAS High Performance Managers who work across a range of sports and programs, sharing ideas, challenging thinking and helping coaches solve performance problems. The role requires someone who can build trusted relationships, have honest conversations, provide practical advice and help keep athletes and coaches focused on what is needed to perform at the highest level.
We are looking for a person who:
- Has proven experience working in Paralympic high-performance sport.
- Understands what is required to help athletes perform on the international stage.
- Can work effectively with coaches, athletes and multidisciplinary performance teams.
- Is comfortable providing objective advice, support and constructive challenge.
- Can balance day-to-day athlete and program needs with longer-term performance goals.
QAS is on a journey towards Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032. If you have genuine Paralympic high-performance experience and want to help athletes achieve outstanding results on the world stage, we would like to hear from you.
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We are committed to an environment where athletes from any background are heard, treated fairly and free from abuse.
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📌 High Performance Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane