Precinct Activations Lead 

At Tennis Australia, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.  

We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference.   
 

Want your chance to make a mark on a world-class, record-breaking event? We're looking for a Precinct Activations Lead to join our Event Operations team and help deliver the Australian Open 2027. This is a full-time fixed-term contract from September 2026 to February 2027.  

As this is a seasonal role, we require full availability and flexibility across the summer months, December – February. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

About the role 

In this role you will: 

• Coordinate the delivery of precinct activations and retail/merch from planning through to event delivery and bump-out. 
• Manage contractors, agencies, suppliers, and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.  
• Oversee event logistics including site access, accreditation, scheduling, and operational requirements.  
• Coordinate build and bump-in/bump-out activities, supporting the successful delivery of retail and precinct installations.  
• Maintain project documentation, compliance requirements, budgets and reporting processes. 

 
About you 

To be successful in this role you will have: 

• Proven experience delivering events, activations, exhibitions, or production projects in a complex environment. 
• Strong project coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 
• Knowledge of event operations, logistics, contractor management, and WHS requirements. 
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a collaborative and solutions-focused approach. 
• Strong administration skills and attention to detail, including experience managing project documentation and reporting. 
• Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia. 

What’s to love?  

• Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities 
• Tickets to the Australian Open  
• Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates  
• Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking  
• A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners 
   

To Apply 
 

If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. You must hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check. 
 

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact [email protected].