The Victorian State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains over $1 billion assets including four of Australia’s largest multi-sport venues, the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium incorporating the State Athletics Centre, and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC).

Unlike other major international standard venues that host sport and entertainment events, SSCT venues also provide access for users at all levels, from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants 7 days per week, up to 16 hours a day.

Through the provision of access for all, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria’s sport sector.

Four Workplace Values underpin the work we do: Teamwork, Safety, Excellence & Respect.

About the role:

In this full-time 12-month parental leave cover role, you’ll play a key role in Coordinating bookings for major sports partners and repeat clients across our world-class State Sport Centre venues.

Reporting to the Senior Account Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for coordinating events & booking requirements, client support, and administrative excellence.

Are you passionate about sports, events, and delivering top-tier customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we have the perfect prospect for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Support Events & Bookings Account managers – Manage venue availability, coordinate bookings, and create event prep documents for Internal and External stakeholders
- Ensure Seamless Execution – Develop checklists, confirm bookings,



and assist in events and bookings operational requirements
- Engage with Key Stakeholders – Communicate with clients, suppliers, contractors, and sports organisations
- Provide Administrative & Financial Support – Generate invoices, oversee payments, and maintain records
- Assist with Major Functions and Conferences – Support award nights, gala events, and other high-profile occasions

What We’re Looking For:

- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent customer service with a keen attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Required skills and Qualifications:

- Victorian Working with Children’s check
- Full Australian Working Rights
- Experience in event coordination, bookings, or venue management is a plus

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including criminal record, social media, and adverse media checks.

Why is this a great place to work?

You will love working at the State Sport Centres. Here’s just a few reasons why:

Our Patrons and Teams

- You’ll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation




- You’ll be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skills
- You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with

Our Venues

- Free parking
- MSAC Gym and Performance Membership including family and friends’ discounts
- Discount at SSCT food & beverage and retail outlets
- Complimentary court hire for casual bookings across SSCT venues

Our Workplace

- Training and professional development
- Versatile working arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program providing free confidential support for your mental health
- Inclusive environment recognising our diverse workforce and community
- Employee recognition through our Values in Action program

Join us in our mission to help people to be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best.

SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities.

The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment.

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📌 Account Coordinator - 12 month Parental contract (Melbourne)
🏢 State Sport Centres
📍 Melbourne