At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire the aquatics team while managing daily operations and ensuring safety standards.
- Company: Join Belgravia Leisure, Australia's fastest-growing leisure organisation with diverse opportunities.
- Benefits: Enjoy free facility access, great work/life balance, and career development.
- Other info: Diversity is valued; we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the community while working in a fun, dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in aquatics leadership, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 70650 - 86350 $ per year.
NSW, Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre - Lidcombe NSW 2141
Great career paths and development with an entrepreneurial organisation.
Free facility access. Enjoy a great work / life balance with mornings, evenings and weekend rosters.
This is a great opportunity for qualified, friendly and skilled Aquatic Operations Manager to join the team and lead our aquatics team!
The Role
The Aquatic Operations Manager (AOM) will oversee all aspects of the centre’s operations as well as lead and inspire both the Lifeguard, Duty Manager and the Operations team. The AOM’s role is a combination of day-to-day hands-on involvement in managing lifeguard supervision, compliance, health and safety and centre maintenance including reactive and preventative maintenance. You will identify opportunities (including new programs) to maximise participation and will develop and execute plans through engagement with the leadership team and key stakeholders.
With strong business acumen, experience as a leader in the Aquatics and Leisure Industry and experience in delivering exceptional customer service you will continue to drive the overall aquatics and operational experience of our guests. This is a full time opportunity; the successful applicant will be available to work across a span of hours across the week, which may include weekend work.
The Aquatic Operations Manager's key accountabilities include:
- Monitor, manage and improve Lifeguard supervision across the venue.
- Review and improve supervision plans, operations manuals and ongoing in-service training schedules.
- Ensure pool water quality continually complies with NSW Health Guidelines.
- Ensure all equipment is in good condition including pool plant equipment.
- Execution of Preventative Maintenance Schedule.
- Assist the Centre Manager to investigate incidents.
- Ensure the physical appearance of the site is faultless and ensure the site is maintained to the highest safety standards.
- Ensure all staff adhere to OHS processes and management systems provided by Belgravia Leisure and legislative regulatory requirements.
- Maintain Lifeguard Mystery Shopper processes and reporting to ensure compliance with RLSSA GSPO standards at all times.
- Manage budgets and prepare required reports.
- Demonstrate behaviours that are consistent with the Belgravia Leisure C.L.E.A.R. Values.
About You
To be considered for this role you must have a ‘can do’ attitude, high energy and an exceptional work ethic. The AOM sets the tone of the whole facility, requiring a Manager who has proven team leadership skill and experience. The ideal candidate will know how to build a team, and to create a team environment that will facilitate a great team performance. You have experience in leading teams to achieve collective and individual targets and have strong communication skills that build rapport and positive relationships. Ideally you will have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar aquatics and operations leadership position and proven experience as a swim teacher, lifeguard, duty manager and leader of safety.
About the Qualifications
- Current First Aid Certificate (Level 2).
- Current CPR.
- Current Working with Children Check (or equivalent).
- Current National Police Check.
- Technical Operations Qualification.
- Current Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
- Previous management / leadership experience in similar role.
*If you do not currently hold these qualifications you must be willing to acquire. You must have a Technical Operations qualification and Pool Lifeguard qualifications.
About the Company
Belgravia Leisure is part of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group (BHLG) and is the fastest growing leisure organisation in Australia. Our core areas of business and facilities stewardship include health clubs, wellness and spa, golf, aquatic and sporting venues in 250 locations across Australia and New Zealand. We are in an exciting period of growth and look to continue to diversify and deliver results while being a strong community citizen. With an annual turnover in excess of $180m, the group are looking for the best and brightest to assist with taking the organisation into the future.
If you are a person who is passionate about health and fitness and want to utilise your skills and experience in the leisure industry, we want to hear from you!
We value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability.
We are committed to providing a child safe environment. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a national police check and a Working with Children check.
Aquatic Operations Manager employer: Belgravia Group
Belgravia Leisure is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises community engagement and employee development. As part of a rapidly growing organisation, you will have the opportunity to lead a passionate team in a seasonal role that not only enhances your leadership skills but also allows for potential full-time opportunities. With a commitment to diversity and innovative recruitment strategies, Belgravia Leisure fosters an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
