Aquatics Centre Manager

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Aquatics Centre Manager for a prominent community leisure facility in Welkom, Free State. You will oversee all aspects of the centre, including swimming programs, pool safety, staff supervision, and facility maintenance, ensuring a safe, enjoyable environment for patrons and members.

The role emphasizes leadership, program development, scheduling, budgeting, and marketing to attract new members and maximize usage.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a community aquatic facility.
• Knowledge of pool safety protocols and lifeguard standards.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and program development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee swimming programs, safety, and facility maintenance.
• Supervise staff and lifeguards; ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Develop, schedule, and manage budgets and programs to maximize usage.
• Support marketing efforts to attract new members and promote aquatic activities.

Skills

Aquatics centre management

Lifeguard supervision

Customer service

Staff supervision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent community leisure facility in Welkom, Free State, is seeking an energetic and experienced Aquatics Centre Manager. This role involves the comprehensive management of all aspects of the aquatics centre, including swimming programs, pool safety, staff supervision, and facility maintenance. You will be responsible for ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and well-maintained environment for all patrons. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aquatic management, lifeguard supervision, and customer service, coupled with excellent leadership skills. This is a key role in promoting health and wellness within the community through accessible and high-quality aquatic activities. You will oversee scheduling, budgeting, and program development to maximize facility utilization and member satisfaction. The position requires a proactive individual committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. You will also be involved in marketing initiatives to attract new members and promote aquatic programs.