Amusement, Fitness And Sports Centre Managers

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  • Full Time Average
    Weekly Wage

    $1,250 to $1,530
    Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

    The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
  • Full Time/Part Time
    Split

    77%23%
    This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.

    The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.
  • Currently Employed
    Workers

    21,600
    The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.

    It includes both full-time and part-time workers.
  • Future Job Openings
    Next Five Years

    < 5k
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    It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.
  • Current
    Unemployment

    Low
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    An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.
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Career Details

Amusement, Fitness And Sports Centre Managers organise, control and promote the activities, facilities and resources of amusement, fitness and sports centres.

Most occupations in this field typically require an Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma.

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

  • planning and organising the range and mix of entertainment, attractions, amusement machines and fitness programs to be offered by the centre
  • organising publicity to promote facilities and attract clients
  • scheduling games and competitions
  • selecting, training and supervising staff
  • ensuring facilities are properly maintained and conform to safety standards
  • may undertake coaching, fitness instruction and training of clients
  • may plan and organise catering facilities

Occupations:

  • Amusement Centre Manager 
  • Fitness Centre Manager 
  • Sports Centre Manager


Amusement Centre Manager


Alternative Title:

  • Entertainment Centre Manager

Organises, controls and promotes the activities, facilities and resources of an amusement centre, showground or theme park.

Specialisations:

  • Bridge Club Manager 
  • Fairground Operator 
  • Video Arcade Manager


Fitness Centre Manager


Organises, controls and promotes the activities, facilities and resources of a fitness centre. May coach, instruct and train clients.


Sports Centre Manager


Organises, controls and promotes the activities, facilities and resources of a sports centre.

Specialisations:

  • Aquatic Centre Manager 
  • Golf Course Manager 
  • Indoor Sports Centre Manager 
  • Squash Centre Manager 
  • Stadium Manager 
  • Tennis Centre Manager 
  • Ten Pin Bowling Centre Manager

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