The successful candidate will join the team at Lords Recreation Centre and will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities, delivering high-quality marketing strategies and coordinating fitness programs that promote mental and physical wellbeing.

The key responsibilities of this role will be to:

• Lead, direct and guide the Business Development team to achieve goals.
• Drive team performance by fostering initiative, innovation and accountability.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, training and performance appraisal to build capability.
• Mange workload, wellbeing and engagement to sustain a high-performing team.
• Regularly report to Manager Recreation Services, providing updates on performance, strategies and challenges.
• Deliver an annual marketing strategy to promote Lords services and facilities, driving revenues and attendance.
• Create and execute targeted, innovative social media campaigns aligned with marketing strategy.
• Promote brand awareness for Lords Recreation Centre across all platforms.
• Collaborate with Coordinators and team leaders to develop initiatives, monitor services and customer trends, and improve programs to maximise usage and revenue.
• Support Team Leader Health and Fitness to deliver programs that enhance community and wellbeing.
• Ensure activities comply with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Develop program and service budgets with the Manager Recreation Services.
• Any other duties as required.

Further information on the requirements of the role can be found in the position description, which can be requested by emailing recruitment@subiaco.wa.gov.au, referencing this position title.

Essential criteria:       

• Tertiary qualification in Recreation, Business, Marketing or equivalent skills and experience.
• Highly developed stakeholder management, interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to plan, prioritise and achieve outcomes to deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills.
• Well-developed project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute marketing plans and strategies.
• Demonstrated ability in establishing, improving and maintaining systems and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in research and data analysis.
• Well-developed understanding of the sport and recreation sector.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
• Police certificate, dated within the last 6 months.

Salary package: 

In line with the City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level 7. The salary range is $111,072.00 to $119,028.00 per annum, exclusive of superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco:

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and offer great benefits to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including (but not limited to):

• Up to five weeks' annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance or a parking permit.
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre
• Health insurance corporate membership discounts
• Superannuation co-contributions
• 12 weeks' paid parental leave
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Novated lease and salary packaging options
• Learning and development opportunities

See what other benefits the City can offer you here: https://www.subiaco.wa.gov.au/your-council/who-we-are-en/working-here/benefits

Application process:

To apply for this position, please click Apply or alternatively Apply with Seek to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and a cover letter to support your application. To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential criteria. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skillset.

Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted, prior to the closing date, with shortlisting expected to commence on 27 October 2025 and interviews to take place on 30 & 31 October 2025. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you submit an application as soon as you are able to. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before the listed date.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.