Membership Support Officer – Lifesaving Office

Immediate start | Full-time

Southport Surf Life Saving Club is looking for a friendly, organised and capable Membership Support Officer to join our administration team. The role will work collaboratively, sharing responsibilities across all areas of club operations to ensure a consistent, professional and efficient service to members and the community.

About the Club

Southport Surf Life Saving Club is one of the largest and most active clubs on the Gold Coast. Located on beautiful Main Beach, our club supports a wide range of activities including lifesaving services, Nippers, Surf Sports, youth development and community engagement.

Our office team plays a critical role in supporting members, volunteers, committees, Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) and Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA), as well as the broader community.

About the Role

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with people, keeping things organised and being part of a busy community environment. You will work closely with our General Manager - Lifesaving Operations, administration team, volunteers and members to help keep the day-to-day operations of the Club running smoothly.

Your responsibilities will include

- Providing friendly and professional support to members, volunteers and visitors

- Managing member enquiries, emails, phone calls and general administration

- Supporting accounts payable, purchase orders and other basic finance administration

- Helping coordinate Club events, communications and the weekly member newsletter





- Support the day-to-day administration of Southport Surf Life Saving Club operations, including Nippers, Surf Sports and other club activities, while contributing across all areas of the Lifesaving Office.

In addition, you will contribute to:
- Maintaining and updating the club website and communication channels

- Supporting social media updates (in line with club processes)

- Assisting with committee meetings, agendas and minute taking

- General office administration and document management

This is a wide-ranging role suited to someone who enjoys working across multiple areas and being part of a team that supports a community-focused organisation.

Roster

This role operates on a rotating roster, including Sunday work during the Lifesaving season (September to April).

About You

You don’t need to come from a surf lifesaving background. We are looking for someone who is organised, approachable and comfortable working across a variety of tasks.

You will ideally have administration experience, good written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail and confidence using Microsoft Office and other business systems. Customer service experience would also be highly regarded.

Most importantly, you will enjoy working as part of a small team and dealing with a diverse range of members, volunteers and community stakeholders.

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your cover letter and resume.

Applications close Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Administration Assistant – Lifesaving Office (Southport)
🏢 Southport Surf Life Saving Club
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