The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia and is the caretaker of football throughout the State and responsible for the overall development of the game.

The WAFC is a not for profit organisation that plays an important role in funding the ongoing development of football in all communities. This ensures that football is the best resourced sporting code in the State and can have the most active role in building better communities through various development programs.

Key to achieving these goals, the WAFC manages Patersons Stadium which financially supports the development of football at levels in Western Australia.

The WAFC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Venue Operations Manager for Patersons Stadium.

The Venue Operations Manager forms a key position within the management team of the Stadium, which is responsible for delivering world class events within Western Australia.

The Venue Operations Manager responsibilities include:
• Asset Management
• Facility maintenance and presentation
• Sustainable venue operations
• Contract management
• Event Management
• AFL match day manager

The successful candidate would be required to demonstrate skills and experience either in the events or facility management industry. The position is required to work weekends on a rotating roster as part of the AFL match day management structure.

The West Australian Football Commission is working on developing a best practise stadium management business model that focuses on providing well maintained and safe facilities with staff that deliver great service to customers. If you are looking at being a part of a highly motivated team and would enjoy the challenges and excitement of the events industry, this job may be for you.

Applicants are requested to provide the following in their application package:

• Letter of application
• One page response to the following question:
o In preparing stadium facilities for a major event, what do you consider are the four most important factors that need to be considered?
• Copy of CV.


A competitive remuneration package, including a vehicle, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

If you are interested in this role and would like further information, please contact the General Manager of Patersons Stadium, Gavin Taylor on (08) 9381 2187.

Alternatively, you can directly apply for this position by sending your application package to pdehaan@wafc.com.au by Friday 25th February 2011.