Legends Tour Coordinator

About the PGA of Australia:

The Professional Golfers Association of Australia is the country’s pre-eminent golf body representing almost 3000 Vocational and Tournament Members.

Since 1911, our Members, made up of head and club professionals, assistant professionals, teaching professionals, tournament and senior tournament professionals and PGA associates – have been the cornerstone of the golf industry and are the leaders in coaching, advice, club-fitting and retail

Unlike other PGAs around the world, the PGA of Australia owns and operates the PGA Tour of Australasia, which schedules tournaments for elite players in Australia, New Zealand and parts of Asia.

The PGA stages more than 400 tournaments annually, including our flagship event, the Australian PGA Championship, as well as state-based PGA Championships and hundreds of events on the Pro-Am & Legends circuits.

About the Role:

Reporting to the General Manager of Tournament and Global Tour Relationships, the Legends Tour Coordinator is responsible for driving all matters relating to the Legends Tour, the Vocational and Tournament Members eligible to compete in Legends Tour events and the Senior Tournament Members. This role acts as the central liaison for the Legends Tour Committee and the Senior Members, as well as being responsible for the development and execution of an operational plan that will be primarily designed to grow, strengthen and consolidate the Legends Tour into the future.

Australian Golf Values:

We are committed to creating a culture that enables our employees to thrive, and our Australian Golf Values are at the top of mind in everything we do:

• We Welcome Everyone
• We are Connected
• We are Courageous
• We Bring our Best

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Management of the Legends Tour Committee (LTC).
• Legends Tour Membership Services – management of annual review of membership and all enquiries.
• Manage and administer all aspects of Legends Tour events including event procurement, golf club liaison, sponsorship sales, scheduling, event management and delivery.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process for all Legends Tour activities.

Key Requirements

We are looking for a motivated individual, with the ability to manage and deliver the Legends Tour with a focus on development of operational planning designed to grow, strengthen and consolidate the Legends Tour into the future.

• Relevant experience in the golf industry preferably in an operational or event related role.
• Relevant experience in a Logistical & operational in a sporting event environment.
• Experience using tournament software and Microsoft Office Suite at an intermediate level.
• Tertiary Qualification in a related field.
• Strong customer service skills and well-developed interpersonal skills
• Strong working knowledge of golf operations, with an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as they apply to site-based tournament
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Time management & multi-tasking skills
• Project management skills

We support Equal Opportunity practices and welcome applications from all individuals who are passionate about developing a collaborative and high performing culture.

What you will get in return:

– A fantastic opportunity to work in a global sport

– Ability to make a positive impact on the game of golf and its Legends Tour delivery

– A fun and supportive work environment

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter via Seek aligning your skills and experience as outlined above.

Note: To be considered for this opportunity you must have:

• Valid Australian working rights;

• Current Australian driver’s license

• Valid WWCC or the ability to apply prior to employment commencement

Please apply via Seek link. Enquiries can be sent to Nick Dastey (General Manager of Tournaments & Global Tour Relationships) via email: ndastey@pga.org.au

Applications close 11:59pm Friday the 23rd of May 2025.