Sports Centre Manager
A Sports Centre Manager oversees operations of a sports facility including aquatic centres, indoor sports stadiums, or multi-sport complexes. This role is common in local government, private sport and recreation operators, and clubs.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Steady demand in local government and private sport and recreation sectors.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Manage sports facility operations, programs, and customer service
- Oversee facility maintenance, safety, and booking management
- Develop and manage recreational and competitive sport programs
- Manage staff, budgets, and community partnerships
Skills required
- Sports and recreation facility management
- Program development and event management
- WHS compliance and first aid protocols
- Financial management and community engagement
Typical qualifications pathway
Certificate IV in Sport Management or a degree in sports management is typical. VETASSESS assesses qualifications.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on the ROL only, eligible for subclass 491. Local council roles in regional areas may suit skilled migrants For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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