Senior Activity Leader - Sports

• Lead umpire and activity staff to deliver safe, fun and inclusive programs at Cockburn ARC
• Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks 
• Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs 

About Us

The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.

At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.

About the Role

This permanent part-time role reports to the Sports Supervisor and is responsible for leading the delivery of safe, engaging and inclusive sports and recreation programs at Cockburn ARC. The role provides on-shift leadership, supervision and support to sports and children’s program staff, delivers high-quality programs and activities, and helps ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the service. The Senior Activity Leader will also respond to customer enquiries and issues, provide guidance and on-the-job support to team members, monitor safety and facility presentation, and contribute to the continuous improvement of programs and customer experiences, in line with City of Cockburn values, service standards and operational requirements. The role will generally involve working Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Wednesday during the day, and rotating Friday evenings. There may also be an occasional requirement to work weekends or outside these hours, depending on operational requirements.

About you

This role would suit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about sport, recreation and delivering positive experiences for the community. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering sport, recreation or children’s programs, with the ability to confidently lead, support and mentor staff in a busy recreation environment. You will be a confident communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills, a positive team approach and the ability to respond professionally to customer enquiries and issues.

A commitment to delivering safe, inclusive and engaging programs, maintaining high standards of customer service, and supporting a positive team culture will be essential for success in this role. 

Besides demonstrated experience, you’ll need to have:

• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Current Senior First Aid and CPR Certification
• Current Working with Children Check.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range from Level 2 Step 1 – Step 4 ($71,907.67 to $77,576.67 per annum pro rata) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience. 

Need more information?  We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Courtnie Chambers, Sports and Programs Senior Team Leader on (08) •••• •368.

Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.

If you want to make your application stand out from the crowd, you can address the essential criteria (skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications) detailed in the Position Description in a separate document of no more than two pages and submit with your application.

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Closing Date: Friday 25 September 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.

We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.