Sport development officer
iPadel Melbourne

Get active, gain experience, and be part of one of the fastest-growing sports in the world!
Are you studying Certificate II or III in Sport and Recreation? Looking for a fun, hands-on placement that builds your skills and introduces you to a new kind of sport?
Join the team at iPadel Melbourne—Victoria’s leading Padel facility—where sport meets innovation, and energy meets opportunity. Padel, a fast-paced blend of tennis and squash, is gaining popularity across Australia, and this is your chance to be part of the action!
This is more than a placement—it’s a chance to be part of a new sport movement and grow your skills while having fun.

Skills You Might Learn

Students can attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Initiative and enterprise
• Planning and organising
• Self-management
• Learning
• Technology

Students may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
• Safe handling and setup of sports equipment
• Understand maintenance checks and cleaning routines
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of courts
• Develop confidence in customer service
• Organise daily tasks and respond to member enquiries

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will have the opportunity to spend time with experienced professional staff, assisting in the following example task and duties under supervision:

• Assist with setting up and maintaining Padel courts and equipment
• Greet and check in players, assist with court bookings
• Support junior coaching clinics and group sessions (under supervision)
• Help out during club events and tournaments
• Learn how a high-energy sport facility operates
• Contribute to safety, cleanliness, and great customer experiences

It's important for work placement students to ask questions, seek guidance, and follow instructions from their supervisors to ensure they are performing their duties safely and effectively.

Student Requirements

Positive, friendly attitude and a strong passion for the sports and recreation industry

Dress Requirements

You will be required to wear sneakers or comfortable shoes, neat casual clothing

Special Transport Requirements

The student would be required to make their own way to the work site.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• SIS20115 - Certificate II in Sport and Recreation
• SIS30115 - Certificate III in Sport and Recreation