About Us
At the Shire of Denmark, we foster a values-driven, inclusive and empowering workplace. With an outstanding 99% staff satisfaction rate, we offer more than just employment — providing long-term stability, a supportive environment, and genuine opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
As a Shire employee, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the running and growth of Denmark, build a rewarding career, and contribute to initiatives that directly benefit the community and enhance local services.
About the Opportunity
The Shire of Denmark is seeking a passionate and motivated Recreation Centre Coordinator to lead and support the delivery of key recreation, fitness and administrative priorities within the Recreation facility and Shire managed ovals. You will coordinate and oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of programs and services at the Shire’s Recreation Centre, ensuring facilities are well-maintained, strategically managed, and aligned with community needs. In this role, you will manage teams and contractors, guide strategic planning projects, and build strong partnerships with local clubs, associations, and community groups to enhance participation and the quality of local recreational opportunities. You will also provide high-quality administrative and operational support, ensuring customer-focused service across all recreation activities. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the Shire’s recreation programs, support sustainable physical activity, and make a meaningful and lasting impact in the community.
Responsibilities of this Role includes
- Manage the Recreation Centre facility and the delivery of its services effectively and efficiently within a continuous improvement framework.
- Identify community sport and recreation needs and, within Council’s budget constraints, develop and deliver innovative programs, projects, and services to meet those needs.
- Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships to enhance collaboration and community engagement.
- Provide supervision, leadership, and guidance to the Recreation team.
- Monitor facility asset condition, data collection, and planning for new assets, upgrades, and replacement programs.
- Manage staff rostering and lead by example with front counter operations to ensure efficient service delivery and high-quality customer experience.
- Coordinate and lead the Recreation team to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and delivery of community-focused services.
- Manage projects from planning through to delivery, including budgets, timelines, contractor engagement, and stakeholder communication.
About You
- Experience in recreation facility management or demonstrated leadership experience managing and motivating multi-disciplinary teams in a busy, customer-focused environment.
- Highly developed communication, public relations, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with community groups, sporting associations, volunteers, contractors, and internal teams.
- Proven experience in project management, budget management, with the ability to identify efficiencies and maximise available resources.
- Strong understanding of Local Government operations and constraints, with experience working within regulatory and compliance frameworks (experience in a Local Government recreation facility is desirable).
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a busy environment, manage competing priorities, and deliver outcomes across a broad and varied portfolio.
- Experience in the delivery of community engagement and recreation programs.
- High-level organisational, problem-solving, and planning skills, with a forward-thinking approach to service delivery.
- Passion for creating inclusive and engaging recreation programs that enhance community experience and participation.
- Positive, can-do attitude with the ability to lead teams in a dynamic environment and contribute to a supportive and enjoyable workplace culture.
- Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, point of sales system and general administrative systems.
- Candidates must be willing to complete a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening) and provide a current National Police Clearance.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary package of $87,500.00 per annum.
- Additional superannuation matching up to 5%, supporting long-term financial security.
- Salary sacrificing options, including additional superannuation contributions and novated leases.
- Flexible working arrangements, including varied hours across operating times of 7.00am–10.00pm, supporting work–life balance.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Long-term career stability in a supportive, empowering Local Government environment.
- Ownership of your role, with the opportunity to implement improvements, influence change, and lead meaningful initiatives.
- Varied and engaging work, partnering with multiple departments across the organisation and the wider community.
- Professional development opportunities, including training, mentoring, and ongoing career support.
- Opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact within the community.
- Supportive team culture with opportunities to connect through the Shire’s social club.
If you thrive on delivering innovative programs, building strong community relationships, leading positive change in a dynamic environment and providing high-quality customer service, this is your opportunity to make a real impact, grow your career, and contribute meaningfully to the vibrant community of Denmark.
Hours - Full-time 76 hours per fortnight
Salary - $87,500 per annum plus up to 17% superannuation, along with additional allowances and benefits
Position Description - Performance Profile
The Shire welcomes you to apply
The Shire of Denmark welcomes your application for this exciting opportunity.
Please submit:
Applications can be submitted via:
Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Friday 13 March 2026.
David King
Chief Executive Officer
PO Box 183, Denmark WA 6333
Telephone: (08) 9848 0300
Email: enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au Web: www.denmark.wa.gov.au |