Area Manager

Belgravia Group; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Belgravia Leisure is seeking an experienced Area Manager – Northern NSW to lead a diverse portfolio of leisure and community facilities across Northern NSW. You will work with Venue Managers to deliver exceptional customer experiences and strong financial outcomes.

As a strategic, people-focused leader, you will build high-performing teams, foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and collaborate with councils and community groups to shape vibrant recreation opportunities for local

Qualifications

• National Police Check required; willingness to obtain.
• Working with Children Check required; willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of leisure and community facilities across Northern NSW.
• Support Venue Managers to deliver exceptional customer experiences and strong contract outcomes.
• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans to ensure service delivery and growth.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams; foster a positive workplace culture.
• Build relationships with councils, community groups and key stakeholders.

Skills

Multi-site ops

Leadership

Strategy

Financial management

Stakeholder mgmt

WH&S

People leadership

Communication

Operational excellence

Education

Police Check

Working with Children Check

Job description

Great career pathway with an entrepreneurial organisation

Opportunity to make a real difference to our community

Lead a diverse portfolio of leisure and community facilities across Northern New South Wales and help shape exceptional recreation experiences for local, regional communities.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded and people-focused leader to join our team as Area Manager – Northern NSW.

Reporting to the Business Operations Manager, this position is responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of leisure and recreation facilities across Northern New South Wales. Through strong leadership and team development, you will support Venue Managers and their teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences, strong financial performance and contract outcomes across each facility.

Working closely with operational leaders and stakeholders, you will develop and execute strategic and operational plans that ensure consistent service delivery, community engagement and sustainable business growth throughout the region.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished business and people leader looking to make a genuine impact across a multi-site portfolio.

About You:

You are a proven leader with experience in multi-site management, business growth, financial performance and people leadership.

You understand how to balance commercial outcomes with community expectations and have a demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams, foster positive workplace culture and develop strong relationships with councils, community groups and key stakeholders.

With a strategic mindset and a passion for operational excellence, you thrive in dynamic environments where you can influence performance, drive engagement and support the development of future leaders.

Key Skills:

Proven experience managing multi-site operations

Strong leadership and communication skills

Experience developing and executing strategic, operational and financial plans

Demonstrated success leading complex business operations, preferably within leisure, aquatic, tourism, fitness, retail or hospitality sectors

Stakeholder management skills, influencing and negotiation skills

Sound understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and risk management practices

Values-based leadership style that promotes engagement, accountability and continuous improvement

About the Qualifications:

National Police Check*

Working with Children Check*

*If you do not currently hold these qualifications, you must be willing to obtain them.

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 across 250+ locations throughout Australia and New Zealand.

With an annual turnover exceeding $400 million, Belgravia Leisure continues to grow, diversify and deliver meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve.

If you are a passionate leader who recognises the tremendous opportunity this role offers and wants to utilise your skills within the leisure and tourism industry, we want to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a child safe environment. Please refer to our Child Safety Framework. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check