Team Leader Sports & Recreation

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

As Team Leader Recreation, you’ll lead and support the Recreation Team to deliver exceptional service and engagement across Council’s open spaces and sporting facilities.

You’ll build strong relationships with sporting clubs, associations, schools and community groups, while overseeing the delivery of Active Canterbury-Bankstown – Council’s program of events and initiatives promoting healthy, active lifestyles across our community.

This is a great opportunity to combine your leadership and passion for recreation to make a positive impact across the Canterbury-Bankstown LGA.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Lead, coach and develop the Recreation Team to deliver high-quality services.
• Manage the hiring and use of Council’s sportsfields, passive parks and community land.
• Oversee community events held on Council land and the management of Council’s Sporting Hall of Fame.
• Lead the development and delivery of Active Canterbury-Bankstown programs and initiatives.
• Identify and pursue sport, recreation and facility grant opportunities, supporting sporting groups with externally funded projects.
• Contribute to concept and master planning for Council-managed community land.
• Work collaboratively across Council to ensure sporting facilities are maintained to a high standard.
• Prepare Council and Executive Leadership Team reports and provide advice as required.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

• Tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Sport and Recreation or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong negotiation, communication and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships with highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience within the Sport and Recreation industry.
• Sound knowledge of theLocal Government Act 1993, Crown Lands Act 1989 and other relevant legislation relating to public land management.

The salary for this position starts from $108,644 (Grade H, Step 1) + 12% super + Car Allowance.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Ryan Borg (Coordinator Sports, Recreation and Community Facilities) at *********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Friday 18 September 2026.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at ***********@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.  

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.