Duty Manager

Careers at Council; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 85.000 - 99.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

RDOs for full-time

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport access

Descripción de la vacante

Willoughby City Council is seeking an experienced Duty Manager to lead the daily operations of Willoughby Leisure Centre. You will manage a team of casual staff, ensure safe, high-quality services and create a welcoming, secure environment for patrons and community groups.

You will drive exceptional customer service, oversee safety compliance, and coordinate bookings and activities while maintaining facility standards and reporting any maintenance needs.

Formación

• Must hold valid Pool Lifeguard Certificate, First Aid, CPR and Working with Children Check.
• Experience in supervising casual staff, training and incident reporting is preferred.
• Knowledge of water quality, pool operations and NSW Health Public Swimming Pool guidelines is required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily operations of Willoughby Leisure Centre to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality service delivery.
• Lead, support and mentor casual staff while providing on-the-job training.
• Monitor aquatic facilities and customer areas to ensure safety and wellbeing of patrons.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and respond to inquiries professionally.
• Complete water quality testing, facility inspections and operational checks; report issues promptly.
• Coordinate daily facility setup/pack-down for bookings and community activities.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain accurate records; perform admin tasks on time.
• Promote a strong safety culture by complying with WHS requirements and policies.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team supervision

Customer service

Water quality knowledge

Lifeguarding principles

Communication skills

Educación

Pool Lifeguard Certificate

Provide First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Working with Children Check

Aquatic Technical Operator (Pool Ops)

Descripción del empleo

• Lead the daily operations of Willoughby Leisure Centre, ensuring exceptional customer experience, safe facilities and a high-performing team.
• Full-time & Part-time opportunities with RDOs (full-time positions), novated leasing and Fitness Passport access.
• Salary from $84,878.28 - $98,642.33 per annum plus 12% Superannuation.

Make a Difference Where You Work

Willoughby City Council is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Duty Manager to support the daily operations of Willoughby Leisure Centre.

In this role, you'll lead a team of casual staff, oversee the safe and efficient operation of the Centre, and deliver exceptional customer service. You'll play a key role in creating a welcoming environment while ensuring the highest standards of safety, facility presentation and operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

Make a Meaningful Impact: Help create a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for thousands of members, visitors and community groups.

Grow Your Leadership Skills: Lead a team, build capability and play a key role in the successful operation of one of the area's leading leisure facilities.

Develop Your Career: Join a collaborative team and contribute to the ongoing success of one of the area's leading leisure facilities.

About the Role

As the Duty Manager, you will:

• Oversee the daily operations of Willoughby Leisure Centre to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality service delivery.
• Lead, support and mentor casual lifeguards and operational staff while providing on-the-job training.
• Monitor aquatic facilities, customer areas and recreation spaces to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all patrons.
• Maintain high standards of customer service, responding to enquiries and resolving issues professionally.
• Complete water quality testing, facility inspections and operational checks, reporting maintenance issues where required.
  Coordinate daily facility set-up and pack-down to support bookings, programs and community activities.
• Prepare incident reports, maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with WHS requirements, risk management procedures and operational policies.

What You’ll Bring

• Current Pool Lifeguard Certificate.
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate.
• Current CPR Certificate.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current Aquatic Technical Operator (Pool Ops) qualification or proof of enrolment.
• Strong knowledge of lifeguarding principles, pool operations and aquatic safety.
• Understanding of water quality management, plant operations and NSW Health Public Swimming Pool guidelines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising, coaching or supporting staff.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

For more information, contact: Adrian Prendergast, Aquatic Operations Team Leader at ***************@Willoughby.nsw.gov.au or on +61 664.

At Willoughby City Council, inclusion, diversity and belonging are core to how we work and how we recruit. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community – one where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to contribute fully. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTIQA+ communities, veterans, and people of all ages. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring an accessible, inclusive and barrier-free experience for every candidate.