Casual Boat Shed Manager

Are you passionate about rowing and take pride in keeping equipment, facilities and athletes safe and performing at their best?

MLC School is seeking an experienced and proactive Casual Boatshed Manager to support the delivery of our highly regarded rowing program.

Working closely with the Head of Program (Rowing), you will play a key role in the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the boatshed, fleet and rowing equipment. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving and being involved in a thriving school sporting environment.

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and repairing rowing boats, oars, trailers, outboards and associated equipment
• Conducting routine safety inspections and ensuring equipment meets required standards
• Managing boatshed operations, inventory and equipment storage
• Coordinating servicing and repairs with external providers
• Supporting transport logistics for training sessions, regattas and camps
• Assisting with risk management and the implementation of safety procedures
• Providing guidance on the safe handling and use of rowing equipment
• Being available for urgent equipment repairs during regattas and rowing events
• The safe driving, loading, unloading and towing of all vehicles, boats and trailers at all sessions including regattas and camps.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Practical boat maintenance and repair skills
• A current NSW Boat Licence
• Rowing Australia Level 1 Accreditation
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications
• Experience working within a rowing club, school rowing program or similar environment
• Experience towing boat trailers and transporting rowing equipment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to student wellbeing and child safety

Why Join MLC School?

MLC School is one of Australia's leading independent girls' schools, committed to educating and inspiring young women to be fearless thinkers, agents of change and compassionate leaders. You will join a supportive and passionate sporting community dedicated to excellence both on and off the water.

How to apply:

All applications are to be submitted via MLC School’s online Careers Portal and include:

• a cover letter addressing the vacancy being applied for;
• a resume - including the names and contact details of three professional referees. 

Applications close on 28th August 2026

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only and MLC School reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

We do not welcome applications from Recruitment Agencies at this time.