Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) leads Australia’s preparation and participation at the Commonwealth Games. As we look ahead to Glasgow 2026, our focus is on building a strong, united team that continues Australia’s proud history of success at the Games. In Birmingham 2022, Australia topped the medal tally with 67 gold, 57 silver and 56 bronze medals and we’re working to raise the bar again. Beyond performance, we deliver our vision and mission with dynamic leadership and innovation while demonstrating our values of inclusiveness, integrity, respect, and excellence.
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Assist CGA medical staff in providing medical care to Australian Team Members - athletes and officials.
Contribute to medication and equipment planning for Games time.
Assist with the planning of and education regarding infection control protocols and risk mitigation strategies to reduce the burden of illness on games participation and performance.
Triage illness and acute injuries presenting to Australian HQ medical centre.
Manage wound reviews and dressings.
Perform point if care (biofire) testing, venepuncture and ECGs as required.
Assist with results management and notifications, including public health reporting.
Assist CGA medical team with treatment plans for Team Members – including clinical management, follow up and isolation room planning.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with Athletes, Officials, Team Managers, coaches, high performance staff, other service providers, Sport medical staff, HQ staff, etc.
Support and promote integrity in sport as it relates to anti-doping, safeguarding, irregular betting and match fixing and classification manipulation (para-sport).
During preparation and in Games time adapt a mindset of proactive, collaborative and solution focused problem solving.
Pre-emptive communication to CGA on any potential risks during planning or in Games time.
Contribute to the overall Team culture, commitment to ensuring all Team Members have a positive experience and be an active role model for G2026 Team Behaviours
Any other duties as required by the Chef de Mission, Team Executive, Performance Support Services Lead, CMO or CGA CEO during the Games.
Desired Skills and Experience
SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
The specific qualifications of this position include:
An AHPRA registered nurse.
Having professional indemnity insurance.
Working in the High-Performance Sport Sector and/or worked in a similar role at either a Commonwealth Games, World Championships, Olympics, Paralympics or other major sporting event.
Have experience with paralympic athletes, preferably with Program Sports.
Experience with AMS.
Experience with point of case testing (biofire).
Able to travel to the UK and obtain a necessary Visa.
Working with Children Check (or equivalent).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Proven ability to work collaboratively with a variety of different teams and people to achieve a successful outcome.
If applicable, capacity to reassign any other professional commitments for the duration of the Games Time and any associated pre-Games duties during the Planning Phase.
Be in good health.
HEADQUARTERS TEAM REQUIREMENTS
Represent the Australian Team with pride, demonstrating CGA’s values of inclusiveness, integrity, respect and excellence as outlined in our Team Behaviours.
Play your part to encourage all Team Members to be their best and maximise performance.
Contribute to one of life’s best experiences for all Team Members.
Treat every person with respect and dignity regardless of gender, sexual orientation, cultural background, ethnicity, location or life stage.
If you have any questions, please contact CGA HR via recruitment@commonwealthgames.com.au
