Job Description
Location
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
On-the-job training
Onsite gym
On-site parking
Full job description
At Tennis Australia, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference.
Want your chance to make a mark on a world-class, record-breaking event? We are hiring for a Product Operations Lead to join our team to deliver the Australian Open 2026. This is a full-time fixed-term contract from September 2026 to February 2026.
As these are seasonal roles, we require full availability and flexibility across the summer months, December – February. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
About the role
This position is responsible for the coordination and project management of the Australian Open Precinct Product Activations, specifically focused on outdoor precinct builds and AO Merchandise retail operations and logistics.
In this role you will:
Drive seamless delivery by collaborating with internal teams, contractors, suppliers and venue stakeholders to ensure activations are delivered on time and to standard
Act as the main point of contact for retail and precinct contractors, overseeing access, logistics, documentation, safety, and delivery
Lead on-site operational logistics including production scheduling and contractor management during bump-in and bump-out periods
Oversee all asset inventory, warehouse logistics, and precinct dressing including signage, greenery, furniture, and equipment
Prepare and administer budgets, contracts, and supplier documentation, and contribute to procurement and cost tracking
Implement and enforce WHS procedures, ensuring all work is delivered to high safety, quality and operational standards
About you
To be successful in this role you will:
Strong understanding of brand and agency execution within a major events environment
Strong knowledge of event operations including pre-production planning, creative production, event build project management, logistics, WHS, with experience in major event and/or event agency environments
Skilled in interpreting build drawings, managing project budgets and timelines, and using project management tools
Exceptional organisational and multitasking ability with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a professional, collaborative and solution-focused approach
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in events production and management and/or project management and delivery, plus a proactive and resilient mindset
Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia
What’s to love?
Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
Tickets to the Australian Open
Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates
Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking
A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
To Apply
If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact
[email protected]
.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.
Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety
We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.
Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. There are a number of ways that you can keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen.
We encourage you to create a profile and register for our job alerts, as well as follow Tennis Australia on
LinkedIn
to stay up to date on the latest news and opportunities.
Melbourne VIC
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
On-the-job training
Onsite gym
On-site parking
Full job description
At Tennis Australia, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court.
We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference.
Want your chance to make a mark on a world-class, record-breaking event? We are hiring for a Product Operations Lead to join our team to deliver the Australian Open 2026. This is a full-time fixed-term contract from September 2026 to February 2026.
As these are seasonal roles, we require full availability and flexibility across the summer months, December – February. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re committed to reflecting the communities we work and play in. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
About the role
This position is responsible for the coordination and project management of the Australian Open Precinct Product Activations, specifically focused on outdoor precinct builds and AO Merchandise retail operations and logistics.
In this role you will:
Drive seamless delivery by collaborating with internal teams, contractors, suppliers and venue stakeholders to ensure activations are delivered on time and to standard
Act as the main point of contact for retail and precinct contractors, overseeing access, logistics, documentation, safety, and delivery
Lead on-site operational logistics including production scheduling and contractor management during bump-in and bump-out periods
Oversee all asset inventory, warehouse logistics, and precinct dressing including signage, greenery, furniture, and equipment
Prepare and administer budgets, contracts, and supplier documentation, and contribute to procurement and cost tracking
Implement and enforce WHS procedures, ensuring all work is delivered to high safety, quality and operational standards
About you
To be successful in this role you will:
Strong understanding of brand and agency execution within a major events environment
Strong knowledge of event operations including pre-production planning, creative production, event build project management, logistics, WHS, with experience in major event and/or event agency environments
Skilled in interpreting build drawings, managing project budgets and timelines, and using project management tools
Exceptional organisational and multitasking ability with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a professional, collaborative and solution-focused approach
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in events production and management and/or project management and delivery, plus a proactive and resilient mindset
Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia
What’s to love?
Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities
Tickets to the Australian Open
Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates
Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking
A range of discounts from our sponsorship partners
To Apply
If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact
[email protected]
.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate.
Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child-safety
We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis.
Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. There are a number of ways that you can keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen.
We encourage you to create a profile and register for our job alerts, as well as follow Tennis Australia on
to stay up to date on the latest news and opportunities.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Product Operations Lead (Precinct Activations) position is now open for candidates interested in the Operations Executive Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operations Executive Jobs is a plus.
