Lead Aquatics Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Lead Aquatics Manager to oversee all operations and programming at an advanced aquatic center in Pretoria. You will guide staff, ensure safety standards, develop programs, and drive membership growth, creating a welcoming and secure environment for swimmers of all ages and levels.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, attention to detail, and a passion for water safety and aquatic fitness, with a hybrid work model balancing office and facility oversight in

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aquatics management or similar role in leisure/sports facilities.
• Current Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid certifications are mandatory.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in staff supervision, program development, and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the aquatic facility, including pool maintenance and safety checks.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise lifeguards, swim instructors, and other aquatic staff.
• Develop and implement a diverse range of aquatics programs, including swimming lessons and fitness classes.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and emergency protocols, maintaining certifications.
• Manage the aquatics budget, including inventory control for equipment and supplies.
• Foster positive relationships with members, addressing inquiries and resolving concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

Water safety

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Lead Aquatics Manager to oversee all operations and programming at their state-of-the-art aquatic center in Pretoria. This pivotal role involves managing staff, ensuring safety standards are met, developing engaging aquatic programs, and driving membership growth for this key leisure and sports facility. You will be responsible for creating a welcoming and secure environment for swimmers of all ages and skill levels, while optimizing resource allocation and enhancing the overall member experience. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership abilities, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for promoting water safety and aquatic fitness.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the aquatic facility, including pool maintenance and safety checks.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise lifeguards, swim instructors, and other aquatic staff.
• Develop and implement a diverse range of aquatics programs, including swimming lessons, fitness classes, and competitive team support.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and emergency protocols, maintaining certifications and compliance.
• Manage the aquatics budget, including inventory control for equipment and supplies.
• Foster positive relationships with members, addressing inquiries and resolving concerns effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience in aquatics management or a similar role within a leisure or sports facility.
• Current Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid certifications are mandatory.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in staff supervision, program development, and budget management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Flexible working hours with a hybrid model balancing office and facility oversight.
• Access to premier aquatic facilities and a dynamic work environment in Pretoria.