Umpiring Expression of Interest 2026

Vipers Netball Club is calling for Expressions of Interest from umpires aged 13 years and over to join our umpiring team for the 2026 Winter Season.

Whether you’re brand new to umpiring or an experienced official looking to grow your skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in netball in a vital and rewarding role. Netball simply cannot be played without umpires, and we are committed to supporting ours every step of the way.

Why Become an Umpire?Who Can Apply?Training, Mentoring & Development What We Expect From Our Umpires Blue Card Requirement Uniform & Equipment Requirements Umpiring Opportunities Beyond Vipers

Why Become an Umpire?

Umpiring is a great way to:

Stay involved in the game
Build confidence, leadership, and communication skills
Learn decision-making and conflict management
Earn money in a paid role
Be part of a supportive and welcoming club environment

This is a paid position, with payment based on your experience level and the games you officiate. If successful, payment details will be discussed with our Umpiring Convenor.

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Who Can Apply?

We welcome Expressions of Interest from:

Anyone turning 13 years of age or older
Beginners with no experience required
Experienced umpires wanting to develop further or gain accreditation

Our Umpiring Convenor will allocate games based on experience and confidence level.

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Training, Mentoring & Development

No formal accreditation is required to start umpiring. Vipers will support all umpires with development opportunities, including:

DPNA Beginner Umpire Courses
Workshops and courses offered through Vipers, DPNA, PRNA, and Netball Australia
Ongoing mentoring to support skill development and confidence

If you are already an experienced umpire and would like to expand or upgrade your accreditation, please contact our Umpiring Development Manager so mentoring and testing opportunities can be arranged.

For additional umpiring courses and workshops, please visit:
https://qld.netball.com.au/umpire-courses-workshops

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What We Expect From Our Umpires

Vipers umpires are expected to:

Be prompt and reliable for allocated games
Be a good communicator on and off the court
Know the rules of netball to the best of their ability
Work collaboratively with their co-umpire as a team
Handle conflict calmly and professionally
Be confident, composed, and fair on court
Be respectful to players, coaches, spectators, and officials
Be willing to ask questions, learn, and accept feedback

We do not expect perfection. What we do expect is a positive attitude, a willingness to improve, and a commitment to learning and developing as an umpire, with the support of our mentors and umpiring team.

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Blue Card Requirement

Umpires 18 years of age and over are required to hold a valid Blue Card (Working With Children Check).
A Blue Card is not required for umpires under 18.

Please see the link here: Apply for a blue card or exemption card | Your rights, crime and the law | Queensland Government

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Uniform & Equipment Requirements

To umpire for Vipers, you will be required to:

Wear the official Vipers Umpiring Shirt (worn over your netball dress). This will be allocated to each umpire (paid for by Vipers Netball Club).
Bring the following to each game:
- Whistle
- Rule book
- Water bottle
- Hair tie (used to track centre passes)

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Umpiring Opportunities Beyond Vipers

At Vipers Netball Club, we aim to provide our umpires with opportunities that help build confidence, experience, and strong umpiring standards. Where appropriate, we may work collaboratively with other clubs to offer additional umpiring opportunities that support development.

If you are interested in umpiring for another club, or if another club requests the use of our umpires, all enquiries must be directed through our Umpiring Development Manager at:
umpiring@vipersnetball.com.au

From time to time, umpires from other clubs may officiate Vipers games, and similarly our umpires may be invited to officiate for other clubs. In these situations, umpires are expected to represent both Vipers and the host club in a professional manner. Payment arrangements are typically organised by the host club and, in most cases, are made in cash on the day. The Umpiring Development Manager will facilitate and oversee these arrangements.

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