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Welcome to the Western Australian Institute of Sport 

        

About WAIS 

The Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) was established in 1984 to enable Western Australian (WA) athletes to achieve international sporting success. WAIS operates in partnership with National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) and State Sporting Associations (SSAs), the Department of Local Government Sport, and Cultural Industries and VenuesWest to deliver high performance daily training environments for sports and athletes in support of Australia’s High Performance 2032+ Sport Strategy outcomes.

Our purpose is to support Western Australian athletes to Win Well at Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth games. Our vision is to develop athletes who Win Well, we are leaders in high-performance sport, we create community pride and inspire the next generation.

We do not support a win at all costs culture – success for us is about winning well.  We are about our people and creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and respect.  From athletes to support staff, everyone at WAIS plays a critical role in our success.

  

Our purpose 

To support Western Australian athletes to Win Well at Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games.

Our vision 

We develop athletes who Win Well. We are leaders in high-performance sport. We create community pride and inspire the next generation.

Why work at WAIS? 

From the moment they start, our team members enjoy incredible benefits thanks to their expertise in their respective fields and genuine passion for the athletes and community they serve. These benefits are made possible because our people are dedicated professionals who are deeply committed to their work and the well-being of those around them. 

       

The perks: 

  • Access to use our high-performance service centre  
  • WAIS branded attire to proudly represent the WAIS brand 
  • Social club - members receive a number of benefits (unlimited espresso coffee, Friday night drinks, social dinners and more) 
  • Contemporary flexible work arrangements aiming to achieve work life balance 
  • Onsite parking 
  • Education and learning through structured Learning and Development opportunities  
  • Discounts with HBF Lemon Tree Cafe and Cup & Co