City of Sydney

Recreation Officer – Perry Park Recreation Centre

Alexandria

City Leisure Services/City Greening and Leisure/City Services

Part Time/Permanent - 23.5 hours per week

$52,836 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. 

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The City of Sydney is seeking an experienced Recreation Officer to join the City Leisure Services team. The team provides high quality programs and services and effectively managing recreation facilities.

You’ll have experience in the planning and delivering a range of sports and recreational programs and services, including sports competitions, community programs and events, and space hire that meet the diverse needs of our community. You’ll also support the efficient operations and delivery of services across multiple sports and recreation facilities.

We’re looking for someone with: 

•    ability to work a spread of hours, working a roster that includes weekdays, weekends and nights, and be available to work across multiple locations within the Local Government area
•    current First Aid Certificate or willingness to undertake relevant training.

Download position description. 

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration, medical assessment, criminal history and working with children check. 

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Monday 14 April 2025. 

For more information, contact Brian Law, Centre Manager - Perry Park Recreation Centre on 02 9265 9273. 

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible working.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. 

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. 

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333. 

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