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Rally Manager
- Shape the future of rallying across Australia.
- Lead meaningful projects with genuine national impact.
- Join a collaborative team united by motorsport.
Applications Due: Friday 18 September, 2026.
About Us
We are a passionate team focused on the development, regulation, promotion and administration of motorsport across Australia. As the National Sporting Organisation and custodian of four wheeled motorsport in this country, we are a dedicated, talented and collaborative team committed to doing what is best for the sport.
About the Role
As the Rally Manager, you will play a key role in supporting and developing the Rally disciplines across Motorsport Australia. Reporting to the Motorsport Sporting Manager, you will be responsible for the effective administration, governance, development and continuous improvement of Rally competitions, regulations and stakeholder engagement. This role works closely with national and state-based committees, officials, competitors and industry stakeholders to ensure the safe, fair and successful delivery of Rally motorsport across Australia.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and deliver projects that support the innovation, development and growth of Rally motorsport, including FIA-related initiatives.
- Act as the primary contact for sporting matters across Rally Championships and Series, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Oversee the administration and governance of Rally regulations, ensuring alignment with Motorsport Australia and FIA requirements.
- Review and provide guidance on supplementary regulations and rule changes relating to Rally competitions.
- Support and coordinate the activities of the Australian Rally Commission, Tarmac Rally Working Group and Rally Technical Working Group.
- Collaborate with State Rally Panels and their Chairs to drive consistency, cooperation and growth across the Rally community.
- Prepare strategic reports, submissions and briefing papers for Motorsport Australia leadership, committees and the Board.
About You
You’re a confident relationship-builder who can bring people together, navigate complex regulations and turn strategic priorities into action. Highly organised and detail-focused, you communicate clearly, manage competing demands and deliver projects within required timeframes.
You’ll bring a collaborative, practical approach and a commitment to supporting colleagues and stakeholders. Experience in motorsport (specifically rallying), sporting organisations, volunteer environments or member-based organisations would be an advantage, along with an enthusiasm for helping rally grow.
We will offer you a supportive environment and great team culture. This role is based at our office in Canterbury, Melbourne, with flexibility to work some hours from home. The role may require occasional travel to events and requires some after-hours and weekend work.
How to Apply
If you would like to join the team, please email your resume and a brief cover letter summarising your response to the selection criteria (as outlined in the Position Description) to Human Resources at recruitment@motorsport.org.au. Applications close Friday 18 September, 2026.
There are currently no vacancies at Motorsport Australia. Please check this page at a later date, or follow Motorsport Australia on LinkedIn to get notifications on any new opportunities.
You will receive a message confirming that your application has been received. We have a small HR team, so unfortunately, we are unable to provide feedback to every applicant at the initial application stage.
All shortlisted candidates will generally be contacted within 10 days of the job advertisement closing date. If you have not heard from us during this time, it is likely that your application has been unsuccessful.
An initial phone interview will be undertaken with shortlisted applicants with successful candidates booked in for a face-to-face interview.
If you would like further information or to speak to Motorsport Australia’s Chief People Officer, please email recruitment@motorsport.org.au or call 03 9593 7777.
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Joining Motorsport Australia means being part of a passionate, tight-knit team in a dynamic and exciting industry. With around 50 staff, we’re all about doing what’s best for the sport we love.
Whether you’re working with our members, out at events, or part of the action behind the scenes at head office, you’ll be helping us bring our vision to life – getting more people to enjoy more motorsport, more often. Everyone here plays a part in shaping the future of the organisation.
Our culture means a lot to us. It is something we are proud of and always building on. We take pride not just in what we do, but in the positive, supportive environment we’ve created together.
Some benefits provided by Motorsport Australia include:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- One additional days leave to be taken in the month of your birthday
- Recognition and reward for staff including celebration of service and personal milestones
- Social activities including annual movie night, regular morning teas & celebratory lunches
- Monthly 15-minute neck and shoulder massage in the office
- Flu vaccinations
- Access to Grand Prix tickets
We also partner with Acacia Connection for our Employee Assistance Program, a free and confidential counselling service available to staff and their immediate family members
We support work placements and university internships, with a number of our staff becoming employed with Motorsport Australia through these programs.
All of our vacancies are advertised on our website, so check in regularly. We are always looking for skilled and motivated people who are keen to support our vision and values.
Motorsport Australia can facilitate opportunities for students studying Sports Management, by providing opportunities to gain real-world experience in a live environment across multiple departments.
If you are currently a Sports Management student, please consult your University directly on how you can apply.
Key responsibilities include:
- Membership Department: Assist with processing competitor licences and work closely in a team environment.
- Motorsport Operations: Assist with day-to-day administration and understand the intricacies of motorsport administration.
- Sport Development: Provide administration support to the Sport and Club Development team, and gain an understanding about increasing participation in motorsport.
- Other specialised departments or areas of interest across Motorsport Australia