Aquatic Centre Manager

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Staff discounts

Professional development

Community-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an Aquatic Centre Manager to oversee daily operations, staffing, safety, and programming, ensuring a safe, enjoyable environment for all patrons. The role requires proven experience managing aquatic facilities, current Pool Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certifications, and strong leadership, budgeting, and customer service skills.

You'll lead lifeguards, instructors, and maintenance staff while optimizing budgets and developing new programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing aquatic facilities or similar recreational operations.
• Current Pool Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certifications are mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, water chemistry, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Experience in staff management, scheduling, and training.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the aquatic centre, including scheduling, staffing, and patron services.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and emergency regulations and protocols.
• Develop, implement, and promote a variety of aquatic programs, including swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, and club activities.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate aquatic staff, including lifeguards and instructors.
• Manage the aquatic centre's budget, including revenue generation and expense control.
• Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of all pool facilities and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Scheduling

Budget management

Customer service

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recreational facility in Durban , is seeking a highly organized and motivated Aquatic Centre Manager . This role is responsible for the overall operation and management of the aquatic facilities, including pools, staffing, safety, and programming. You will ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-maintained environment for all patrons, overseeing lifeguards, swim instructors, and maintenance staff. This position is crucial for maintaining the high standards of our client's recreational offerings in KwaZulu-Natal and requires strong leadership and operational management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the aquatic centre, including scheduling, staffing, and patron services.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and emergency regulations and protocols.
• Develop, implement, and promote a variety of aquatic programs, including swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, and club activities.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate aquatic staff, including lifeguards and instructors.
• Manage the aquatic centre's budget, including revenue generation and expense control.
• Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of all pool facilities and equipment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing aquatic facilities or similar recreational operations.
• Current Pool Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certifications are mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, water chemistry, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Experience in staff management, scheduling, and training.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for annual increases.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Staff discounts on facility services and programs.
• Opportunities for professional development in facility management.
• A dynamic and community-focused working environment.