Cooktown, Far North Queensland
Are you ready to lead, innovate and make a real community impact—while living in one of Australia's most stunning regions? Cook Shire Council is seeking an energetic and forward-thinking Community Sport and Recreation Facilities Coordinator to take the reins of our flagship community assets, including the Cooktown Events Centre and Cooktown Swimming Pool.
Why this role is different
This isn't just a facilities job—it's your chance to shape the future of sport, recreation and community life in Cooktown.
You'll Oversee a Dynamic, Multi-use Precinct Featuring
* A modern gym and indoor sports courts
* Performance and event spaces
* Meeting rooms and community facilities
* A commercial kitchen and kiosk
* A community swimming pool
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead the day-to-day operations of key recreation facilities
* Develop and deliver vibrant community programs and events
* Build strong partnerships with schools, clubs, and local organisations
* Drive financial performance and sustainability
* Lead and inspire a diverse, multi-disciplinary team
* Ensure high standards of safety, compliance and customer service
* Play a key role in community resilience, including emergency response readiness
About You
You're a motivated leader and big-picture thinker who thrives on making things happen!
You'll Bring
* Strong experience managing multi-use facilities or community services
* Proven ability to lead teams and build partnerships
* A knack for developing innovative programs that engage communities
* Solid financial and operational management skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Why you'll love working with us
At Cook Shire Council, you'll join a close-knit, community-minded team making a real difference. You'll work in one of Australia's most naturally beautiful regions, where every day brings something new. From high-energy sporting events to community celebrations, your work will help shape an active, inclusive and connected Cooktown.
You'll also enjoy
* Competitive pay and great work-life balance.
* Opportunities for professional growth and training.
* A supportive team culture built on collaboration and respect.
Summary & Conditions Of Employment
* Job reference: CSC146
* Position: Community Sport and Recreation Facilities Coordinator
* Location: Based at Cooktown Events Centre - 3 May Street, Cooktown
* Tenure: Full time
* Remuneration: Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A: Division 2, Section 1) Award – State 2017, Level 7, $104,554 per annum
* Superannuation: 12% Superannuation contributions
* Cook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workplace. Indigenous community members and women are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications are assessed on merit.
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