Director of Aquatics Operations & Safety

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Staff discounts on facility access and

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Aquatics Manager to oversee all operations of our Rustenburg aquatics facilities. You will lead lifeguards, instructors, and maintenance staff, ensuring safety, water quality, and high-quality programming for the community.

The role requires a strong background in aquatics management, budget oversight, and program development, with a commitment to excellence in customer service and safety standards across the North West region.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard certification and First Aid/CPR/AED certification mandatory.
• Qualification in Pool Operations or Facility Management desirable.
• Minimum 6 years in aquatics supervision or management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing lifeguards, swim instructors, and pool operations.
• Strong knowledge of pool chemistry, water filtration, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies for safe, efficient operation of aquatic facilities.
• Lead a team of lifeguards, swim instructors, pool attendants, and maintenance personnel (recruitment, training, scheduling, performance).
• Ensure adherence to local, provincial, and national health and safety regulations for pools and water quality.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and cleaning of pools and filtration systems for optimal water quality.
• Develop and promote aquatics programs (learn-to-swim, water aerobics, competitive swimming, recreational activities).
• Manage the aquatics budget, forecast expenses, control costs, and identify revenue opportunities.
• Respond to emergencies with first aid and CPR, incident reporting.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities and equipment, identify hazards.
• Maintain records of staff certifications, training, incident reports, water testing, and participation.
• Collaborate with other department managers to ensure a cohesive experience.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Aquatics Manager to oversee all operations of our Rustenburg aquatics facilities. You will lead lifeguards, instructors, and maintenance staff, ensuring safety, water quality, and high-quality programming for the community.

The role requires a strong background in aquatics management, budget oversight, and program development, with a commitment to excellence in customer service and safety standards across the North West region.