SASI Performance Support Manager

Reference 6BA930C0
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Job Reference:
6BA930C0
Eligibility:
External Vacancy – Open to Everyone
Business Unit:
South Australian Sports Institute (SASI)
Location:
145B Railway Terrace, Mile End
Salary Range:
$108,109 - $116,864
Classification:
ASO700
Duration:
Up to 12 months
Closing Date:
26 Feb 2026

Role Highlights

  • Lead a high performing multi-disciplinary performance support team.
  • Drive innovation in sport science and proactive health delivery.
  • Develop and grow relationships with partner organisations and key stakeholders.

Role Details

The Performance Support Manager is a key member of the SASI Management team with a primary focus on providing strategic leadership and to develop and implement strategies and systems that enable delivery of world class performance support. The role is responsible for the leadership and management of the Institute’s performance disciplines including Sports Physiology, Movement Science, Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement, Sports Engineering, Medicine, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Nutrition. The role involves extensive external stakeholder relationships with national sporting organisations, the Australian Institute of Sport and Universities. Key performance areas include; • Efficient, effective and quality assured service provision and facilities operations, • Targeted and strategic service provision, project delivery and partnership engagement to best achieve SASI key performance indicators and strategic goals, • Leadership and management execution to support the pursuit of SASI culture and standards and, • Stewardship to meet corporate reporting and compliance standards.

Special Conditions

  • The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
  • The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
  • Some work outside of normal hours may be required.
  • Some interstate travel involving overnight absences may be required.
  • This role requires a working with children check.

For more information please see the role description:

About the Department

The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government agency for sport, active recreation and racing. ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the community by providing leadership and support through the development and delivery of funding, policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance pathways.

About the Business

The South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) is the  High Performance Sports hub in South Australia. Its purpose is empowering people to achieve their sporting dreams and inspiring South Australians. SASI does this by:
  • Providing the highest quality daily training environment, including embracing leading-edge technologies to optimise the performance of its people, programs, projects and partners.
  • Optimising national representation and medal success on the world stage for South Australian-based athletes and teams.
  • Pursuing excellence in practice, services and culture.
  • Developing sustainable talent pathways for athletes and coaches.
  • Enhancing the community’s engagement with SASI.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Keren Faulkner - Director, South Australian Sports Institute
0418 837 054

Diversity and Inclusion

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.