SLSQ State Officers & State Deputy Officers
Nominations are invited for the following honorary SLSQ State Officer & State Deputy Officers positions.
The following positions will be called:
- State Lifesaving Officer
- State Surf Sports Officer
- Deputy Education Officer
- Deputy Operations Support Officer
- Deputy Membership Services Officer
PLEASE NOTE: SLSQ Regulations State:
9.1 (c) (iii) Standing Committee Nominations and Appointments
Officers and their Deputies should be appointed in alternate years.
9.1 (c) (ii) Officers Tenure
The Lifesaving Officer and the Surf Sport Officer shall be appointed in each year of even number while the membership Services Officer and Education Officer shall be appointed in each year of odd number.
Nominations must:
- Be submitted on the prescribed form
- Nominees will be contacted to ensure that they agree to the nomination
- Proposer and Seconders name and email must be provided (we will check with them that they are happy to endorse this nomination)
- Nominations must also be endorsed by the Nominee’s Club and Branch. This will be done via SLSQ once nominations close (via email direct to Club and Branch Presidents)
- Include a resume with relevant experience and qualifications to the position, if qualifications are relevant.
- Provide two referees, who have worked within SLSQ with the nominee, to be contacted for a brief reference check. Please note, the reference checks must not be SLSQ staff.
Nominations close at Surf Life Saving Queensland on Sunday 9th August 2026.
Nominations will be presented to the SLSQ Board for endorsement on Wednesday 9th September 2026.
Should there be multiple nominations, the responsible manager will work with the Nominations committee on behalf of the Board to gather and present supporting information for all nominations.
PREREQUISITES
All Officers/Deputy Officers must:
- Be a current member of a Surf Life Saving Club or Branch within Queensland
- Hold a current Working with Children Blue Card or Exemption Notice
- Most hold the SLSQ Child Safe Awareness Induction
It is strongly recommended that prospective nominees carefully read the job descriptions contained in section 9 of the FINAL 2026 SLSQ REGULATIONS.
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Position
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Pre-requisites
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State Lifesaving Officer
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Shall have a good general knowledge of SLSA and SLSQ, particularly relating to lifesaving services along with a good general knowledge of SLSA and SLSQ constitution, policies and regulations.
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State Surf Sports Officer
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Shall be an SLSA Accredited Official and/or Coach along with having a good general knowledge of SLSA and SLSQ rules, policies and regulations.
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Deputy Education Officer
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Hold a current Certificate 4 in Training & Assessment and have the necessary skills and experience in teaching activities.
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Deputy Operations Support Officer
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Shall hold a current membership within SLSQ, with substantive experience in at least one area of Operations Support.
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Deputy Membership Services Officer
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Shall have a good general knowledge of SLSA and SLSQ and a keen understanding of youth, personal development and leadership.
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SLSQ MANAGER
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State Officer Position
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Responsible SLSQ Person
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State Lifesaving Officer
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Natalie Edwards – Life Saving Services Manager
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Surf Sports Officer
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Stuart Hogben – Surf Sports Manager
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Deputy Education Officer
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Laura Bowart – Head of Education
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Deputy Operations Support Officer
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Natalie Edwards – Life Saving Services Manager
Jacob Thomson - Emergency Response Capability Manager
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Deputy Membership Services Officer
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Zoe Donnelly – Membership Development Manager
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Prospective nominees are also strongly encouraged to discuss the applicable priorities, budgets and policies associated with the roles. Please feel free to contact the responsible SLSQ Manager as listed above, to arrange such a discussion.
NOMINATIONS
Members can nominate using the following link
State Officers / Deputy Officers Nominations 2026
Please note that once submitted, there will be an automated email sent to your club seeking endorsement. SLSQ will seek endorsement from your Branch president on your behalf. SLSQ reserves the right to confirm that the Proposer and Seconder are supportive of this nomination.
IMPORTANT DATES
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| 9th August 2026 | Nominations close |
| 24th August 2026 | Club & Branch endorsements due |
| 26th – 31st August 2026 | Committee & panel interviews |
| 9th September 2026 | Nominations are presented to the SLSQ Board for endorsement |
NEED HELP?
If prospective nominees are unsure of the requirements of a particular position, please contact the relevant responsible Manager on 07 3846 8000.
COMPANY SECRETARY