Umpire - Netball & Futsal

Company Description

About the City of Stirling
At the City of Stirling, we’re proud to be WA’s largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community‑focused services. With around 1,400 employees, we invest in our people, embrace innovation, and champion flexibility, wellbeing, and growth.

Job Description

Location: Stirling, Western Australia
Type: Casual 
Salary: From $36.81 an hour inc of 25% Casual Loading

Why You’ll Love This Role
As an Umpire with Stirling Leisure Centres, you’ll play a crucial role in creating a fair, safe and enjoyable sporting environment.
You’ll be the authority on‑court—ensuring games run smoothly, resolving issues calmly, and helping players enjoy their sport in a respectful, sportsmanlike atmosphere.
If you love sport, have strong judgement and enjoy working with people, this role is a great fit.

What You’ll Be Doing
You will:

• Officiate sporting games and competitions
• Make fair, unbiased decisions and enforce rules
• Anticipate play and maintain strong court positioning
• Signal infractions, regulate play and apply penalties
• Ensure games are safe and conducted professionally
• Inspect courts, equipment and participant readiness
• Manage disputes and escalate issues when required
• Set up and pack down equipment before and after games
• Keep accurate time and manage game flow
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of sport rules and By‑Laws
• Provide excellent customer service to all users

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Qualifications

What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone confident, fair and passionate about sport. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Level 1 umpiring or coaching accreditation (essential)
• Knowledge of relevant sport rules and regulations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments
• Commitment to fair play and customer service
• Experience umpiring netball, basketball, futsal or similar sports
• Experience working with diverse groups (essential)
• Experience in recreation or leisure facilities (desirable)
• National Police Clearance (essential)
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Additional Information

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Work Your Way: Flexible hours and free parking
• Rewarding You: Boosted superannuation and extra leave options
• Grow With Us: Leadership programs and study support

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help shape a greener future for Stirling, apply today!

Applications close 1 September 2026 at 11.59pm. We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait! http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment.  This is a part-time role 1 day a week with potential for additional hours.

Questions? Contact Martine O'Donnell on (08) 9205 7604.

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.