Note: This position is available to internal applicants only. Community Facilities and Recreation Operations Assistant At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose. Life with us is the best of both worlds. https://youtu.be/tlJFbUk4yG4 What we offer you Salary: Salary ranging from $61,061 to $70,681 plus 12% superannuation Flexible Working Arrangements/Working Location Career opportunities including capability mapping of your skills to enable you to grow to your full potential An exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently and understands the value of teamwork. Access to fitness passport and complimentary access to Ripples Leisure Centres Here’s what you’ll be up to… As a Community Facilities and Recreation Operations Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring Council’s community and recreation facilities are safe, welcoming, and ready for use. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operational delivery of our facilities. You’ll be hands on with key tasks such as undertaking daily facility inspections, managing stock and supplies, implementing work programs, liaising with contractors, and providing exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. Every day is different in this role. You’ll move between operational problem-solving, customer engagement, and contributing to projects that improve our facilities and services. Success in this role means delivering safe, well-presented spaces, building strong relationships, and ensuring our facilities support a wide range of community activities. Your impact will be felt across the city by enabling inclusive, high-quality spaces that foster connection, and wellbeing. This role embodies Penrith City Council’s Employee Value Proposition of ‘the best of both worlds’. You’ll experience challenge through diverse operational tasks, growth through learning and collaboration, support from a dedicated team, and impact by shaping the way our community experiences its facilities. This position will be offered as a full-time temporary role until 13 November 2026. Who we are (And why you’ll love us) As the hiring manager, I care about creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. I value open communication, instilling trust and collaboration, and making sure every team member has the tools and confidence to succeed. The Community Facilities and Recreation team thrives on teamwork and collaboration. We’re a close-knit group that values professionalism, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service to our community. Professional development is a priority for us. Whether it’s on-the-job learning, mentoring, or formal training, we invest in your growth. We also understand the importance of balance, offering flexible work arrangements and wellbeing initiatives so you can bring your best self to work. Recent projects include upgrades to community facilities and initiatives that improve accessibility and user experience. If you’re someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in creating positive experiences for others, you’ll fit right in. Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role. What are we looking for? We’re looking for someone who brings energy, initiative, and a genuine commitment to delivering great experiences for our community. Our ideal applicant will: Be organised and proactive, with the ability to manage a diverse workload and adapt to changing priorities Have a customer focused mindset, communicating clearly and building positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders Demonstrate attention to detail and pride in maintaining safe, well-presented facilities Thrive in a collaborative team environment, while being confident to work independently when needed. The must-know bits You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process. Ready to make work feel less like… work? If you’re nodding along and already picturing your first day, submit your application by hitting ‘Apply Now’. In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered. We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk. For more information, contact Christian Dominguez on 4732 7425. Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website. At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.