VIC, Somerville Recreation Centre - Somerville 3912

Join Our Team and Inspire a Healthy, Active Community!

We’re on the lookout for an energetic, organised, and passionate Sports Program Coordinator to lead and grow our sport and recreation programs at our 2 amazing Stadiums on the Mornington Peninsula! This is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people in our community, fostering engagement, teamwork, and a love of sport.

Location: Somerville Recreation Centre (Somerville) & Civic Reserve Recreation Centre (Mornington)

Employment Type: Full time

About the Role

As the Sports Program Coordinator, you'll be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of inclusive and dynamic sports programs. From community competitions and school partnerships to casual leagues and tournaments, you’ll ensure programs run smoothly, participants are engaged, and everyone is having fun in a safe and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate sports and recreation programs
• Coordinate competition schedules, team registrations, and fixtures
• Liaise with schools, clubs, and community groups to grow participation
• Supervise program staff, officials, and volunteers
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and venue policies
• Promote programs through community outreach and social media
• Monitor & Manage program bookings, equipment usage, and feedback

About You

You’re a self-starter with a passion for sport and recreation, and you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. You enjoy working with diverse age groups and have experience running or coordinating sports programs or competitions.

You’ll also bring:

• Previous experience in sport/recreation program delivery
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise teams
• Sound computer literacy (Microsoft Office and sport software platforms)
• A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Relevant qualification in Sport & Recreation, PE, or Community Development (desirable)

The Company

Belgravia Leisure is part of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group (BHLG) and is the fastest growing leisure organisation in Australia. Our core areas of business and facilities stewardship include health clubs, wellness and spa, golf, aquatic and sporting venues in 250 locations across Australia and New Zealand. 

We are in an exciting period of growth and look to continue to diversify and deliver results while being a strong community citizen.  With an annual turnover in excess of $180m, the group are looking for the best and brightest to assist with taking the organisation into the future.

If you like the sound of us, then jump in and submit your application. We’d love to hear from you!

Apply now !!

We value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability.

We are committed to providing a child safe environment. Please refer to our child safety framework. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a national police check and a Working with Children check.