Our quest

Hello. We’re the Y WA

We’re that local (Not-For-Profit) who’s has been part of the Kalgoorlie community for over 100 years. We’re a reputable youth, family and community centre who offer recreational and youth services and community engagement opportunities. And guess what?! You’re a big part of how we make this happen!

You could be our new Centre Manager itching to release your passion in health, youth and community engagement. But let’s face it, you work to live! Enjoy the unique Kalgoorlie lifestyle with spectacular camping, prospecting, stargazing, the new hip & happening cafes, and weigh up your awesome perks below:

Your awesome perks

• $90K to $100K + 12% Super per annum
• Plus Salary Packaging Benefits (up to $18,550 per yr)
• Plus Salary Packaging Remote Area Benefits (Incl claiming your rent / mortgage / utility bills & more)
• Plus Remote Allowance ($5.14 p/h)
• Buy a NEW CAR & save on tax (Novated Leasing on offer)
• Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
• Free Gym membership
• Genuine mentorship, training, and professional support
• Considering relocating to Kalgoorlie? Relocation financial assistance offered (if eligible)
• Work for a WA based Non-For-Profit making a real difference in our local community with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding children

What you’ll be doing

You’ll head up the YMCA Goldfields community centre, youth services and gym. You’ll contribute to the centre vision and bring it to life by partnering with community groups, designing programs & services, utilising marketing strategies, upholding safeguarding, maintaining financial performance, and encouraging exceptional customer service with a ‘community development focus’. Sounds interesting? Check out the attached PD for further info.

You’ll be great in this role if you…

• Are an up-and-coming leader, who drives with vision and energy to coach, inspire and lead a team
• Are passionate about engaging with a local community to provide a place of connection, fitness and health and highly motivated to achieve targets
• Have previous financial management experience, including budget preparation skills
• Hold a tertiary qualification in, Business Management, Community Development, Youth of Social Services or another related (highly regarded)
• Have demonstrated experience in the community development and recreation sector
• Have previous experience managing a centre (desirable)
• Are able to obtain a National Police Certificate, Working with Children card and HLTAID011 First Aid qualification

Our latest survey results

At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people’s insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employee engagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our people love our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of young people and the community. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.

How to apply

Click on the “Apply” button below to submit your application. Please submit a cover letter and CV with your application. For the full job description click on the PDF file on the attachment link below. Should you require any further information please call Ben Armstrong on 0461 385 875 or email: [email protected]

Closing date: Friday 28th November 2025
We may start interviews before the closing date.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and

Young People Policy: https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/