Our team

UQ Sport Ltd is an organisation brimming with passionate people who genuinely want to contribute to the development of the social, cultural, health and well-being of our communities.

We employ from a range of industries - with positions within the organisation including Customer Service Officers, Group Fitness Instructors, Exercise Physiologists, Marketing Managers, Referees, Sports Coaches, Venue Managers, Human Resource Officers and Finance Officers.

This translates into 81 full-time staff, 17 part-time staff and 388 casuals – all on a mission to promote sport, physical recreation and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle to the university and broader national and international communities.

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Meet some of our team below or find out how you can come and work with us by visiting our employment page.

I couldn't be happier to be here - UQ Sport is a challenging work environment and I get to work with a fantastic team of people.

Katie Schlecht

Katie Schlecht - Management Information System Coordinator

After graduating with a commerce degree from UQ, Katie started her career as a buyer for a fashion retailer. Though the perks of having a clothing allowance were good for her wardrobe, Katie decided that information systems were more her forte – and is now the Management Information System Coordinator for UQ Sport.

She loves her role at UQ Sport, and thinks she works with a fantastic team who aren’t nearly as nerdy as their job titles sound (although collectively they do own a lot of Buffy DVDs).

There's a lot of satisfaction that comes from working for an organisation whose mission is to build active minds and healthy bodies.

Adam Stephenson

Adam Stephenson  - Software Architect

After running his own business, Adam initially joined UQ Sport as a casual programmer. He is now the coding guru in the team, and is kept busy all day sorting out all the software needs of the group.

Adam loves the positive attitude of the staff at UQ Sport and thinks it’s one of the best working environments he has ever worked in. He appreciates the work/life balance that UQ Sport promotes and is looking forward to contributing to the exciting evolution of the organisation over the upcoming years.

Being part of an organisation that is focused on health and activity is really satisfying...you feel like you’re contributing to the community in a positive way.

Gina Beers

Gina Beers - Design Manager

Gina started her graphic design career in the late 90s in Melbourne and has worked in a range of different industries including digital imaging, advertising and corporate.

Moving to Brisbane in 2004, she worked for News Limited (QNP) and Flight Centre before starting with UQ Sport. She enjoys working for UQ Sport because of the people and the culture within the organisation and has found it rewarding working with an extremely motivated and committed group of people.

 

You don’t get lost in the herd at UQ Sport but instead you are listened to and valued

Jody Harwood

Jody harwood - Marketing manager fitness & aquatic centreS

After an established career working for a number of companies such as Australian Pacific Touring (APT) and NEC Australia, Jody brought her marketing prowess to UQ Sport in early 2009. With a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from Swinburne University in Melbourne, she has also worked overseas in Canada.

Jody enjoys the encouraging atmosphere at UQ Sport and learning from a dynamic and gifted team. She also can't deny the benefits of working in a fitness centre. ‘Who wouldn't love a place where as part of your job you're expected to work on your health and fitness?!'