About The Team

Murdoch Active provides students, staff and the broader Murdoch University community with opportunities to engage in quality sport and recreation programs, facilities and services to support the development of each individual's health and well-being. We deliver a range of programs and services through the Active Gym, Sports and Recreation Hall, indoor and outdoor courts as well as the external playing fields.

The objective of Murdoch Active is to plan and deliver sport and recreation programs that enhance the student experience, provide opportunities for students, staff and the broader community to represent and/or engage with the University and to maintain connections with the University.

Your New Role!

The Sports Official will officiate a range of Murdoch Active programs including Social Sports and other University sporting competitions. Officials are to engender a safe, competitive environment, whilst maintaining a high level of officiating to ensure safe and harmonious activity, as well as the integrity and longevity of the program being delivered.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Officiate and umpire specific sports competitions,
• Ensure safe and enjoyable social sport activity,
• Comply with OSH principles with regards to playing facilities and conditions,
• Provide efficient management of scores and results,
• Effectively communicate with players,
• Undertake other activities which might reasonably be expected to do and consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities listed above.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This casual role attracts a competitive casual rate of $37.80 p/hr - $38.93 p/hr inclusive of 25% casual loading plus 11.5% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic wage increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Accredited referee,
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills,
• Excellent negotiation skills,
• Current Working with Children Check,
• Current First Aid Certificate

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to the Murdoch Active team at

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.