Operations Manager (Pickleball Facility)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports facility management company is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a pickleball facility in Selangor, Malaysia. The role requires a strategic individual with strong leadership skills, responsible for staff coordination, customer service excellence, and community engagement. Candidates must have 3–5 years of relevant experience and a diploma or degree. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and enhance customer experiences in a vibrant sports environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in operations, customer service, or facility support, preferably in sports, recreation, or hospitality.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to supervise teams and manage schedules.
• Proficient in administrative tasks and operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the pickleball facility.
• Supervise and support front-of-house staff and maintain hospitality standards.
• Handle customer communications professionally.
• Identify and manage partnerships to enhance facility value.

Skills

Operations management

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Operations Manager (Pickleball Facility)

The Manager, Operations will play a key leadership role in ensuring the successful day-to-day management and long-term growth of the pickleball facility. This position demands a strategic, detail-oriented, and people-centric individual to oversee facility operations, staff management, customer service, partnerships, and business development.

Facility Operations & Staff Coordination

Oversee all daily operations of the pickleball facility, ensuring seamless execution of activities and adherence to service excellence.

Supervise and support front-of-house staff, coaching teams, and maintenance personnel to uphold operational and hospitality standards.

Manage rosters, staff scheduling, and shift coordination to optimize workforce efficiency and coverage.

Oversee inventory control, cleanliness, safety compliance, and standard operating procedures.

Lead onboarding and training of new hires in customer service delivery, facility operations, and system usage.

Work with finance admin and management team to handle financial oversight, including daily cash reconciliation, budgeting, petty cash management, and monthly financial reporting.

Customer Service & Support

Oversee timely and professional handling of all customer communications across phone, email, social media, and live chat platforms.

Manage the end-to-end customer journey including bookings, cancellations, rescheduling, and service policies.

Address customer complaints promptly, ensuring resolution with a customer-first approach.

Analyze customer feedback to identify service improvement opportunities and recommend actionable enhancements.

Process Improvement & Interdepartmental Collaboration

Monitor operations to identify recurring issues and inefficiencies, proposing process and system enhancements.

Ensure cohesive communication across departments and customer touchpoints, supporting a consistent brand experience.

Manage internal rollouts of new promotions, service offerings, and policy changes.

Strategic Marketing & Community Engagement

Work with the management team to curate marketing content to promote the facility and its programs.

Support creative campaigns that reflect the brand’s voice and foster engagement.

Spearhead community engagement initiatives, creating a vibrant, inclusive pickleball culture.

Partnership Development & Revenue Growth

Identify, secure, and manage partnerships with local businesses, brands, and sponsors to enhance the facility’s value proposition.

Collaborate with partners on co-branded events, activations, and community programs.

Develop new streams of revenue through strategic collaborations and value-added offerings.

Market Research & Innovation

Conduct continuous research on customer trends, competitor offerings, and industry shifts.

Propose new services, pricing strategies, and innovations to ensure relevance and competitive advantage.

Other Duties

Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned by management from time to time. The scope of work is subject to change as required by the Company.

REQUIREMENTS

Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in any field.

3–5 years’ experience in operations, customer service, or facility support, preferably in sports, recreation, or hospitality.

Experience managing customer interactions and ensuring a positive guest experience in an operations or service-oriented environment.

Strong leadership skills with proven ability to supervise teams, manage schedules, and ensure smooth facility operations.

Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Proficient in administrative tasks, reporting, and use of operational systems.

Able to work on rotational shifts schedule as part of operational needs.