Aquatics Centre Supervisor

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Team leadership opportunity

Staff discounts on pool access

Paid training and certification renewa

Mossel Bay location

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aquatics Centre Supervisor to manage Mossel Bay facilities, oversee lifeguard teams, ensure water quality, coordinate swimming lessons, and enforce safety regulations.

The ideal candidate holds lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications with supervisory experience and extensive pool operations knowledge. Leadership, calm decision-making in emergencies, and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, and First Aid certification are mandatory.
• Previous experience as a lifeguard or in an aquatic facility supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, maintenance, and water chemistry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in emergency situations.
• Certification in Pool Operation and Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule lifeguard staff, ensuring adequate coverage and adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee pool operations, including water quality testing, chemical balancing, and general maintenance.
• Coordinate and manage swimming lesson programs for various age groups and skill levels.
• Enforce all facility rules and safety regulations to prevent accidents and ensure patron well-being.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid or CPR as needed.
• Manage inventory of aquatic supplies and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Emergency response

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Aquatics Centre Supervisor to manage the daily operations of their swimming facilities in Mossel Bay . This critical role ensures a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities. You will oversee lifeguard staff, manage pool maintenance, coordinate swimming lessons, and enforce safety regulations. The ideal candidate is a responsible leader with strong aquatic safety knowledge and excellent supervisory skills, committed to providing high-quality aquatic experiences and upholding the highest standards of water safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule lifeguard staff , ensuring adequate coverage and adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee pool operations, including water quality testing, chemical balancing, and general maintenance.
• Coordinate and manage swimming lesson programs for various age groups and skill levels.
• Enforce all facility rules and safety regulations to prevent accidents and ensure patron well-being.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid or CPR as needed.
• Manage inventory of aquatic supplies and equipment.

Requirements

• Current Lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, and First Aid certification are mandatory.
• Previous experience as a lifeguard or in an aquatic facility supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, maintenance, and water chemistry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in emergency situations.
• Certification in Pool Operation and Management is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to lead and inspire a team focused on water safety.
• Staff discounts on pool access and programs.
• Paid training and certification renewals.
• Scenicwork location in Mossel Bay .