Leisure Facility Operations Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Career progression

Leadership role Vereeniging

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking an experienced Leisure Facility Operations Manager to oversee all leisure facilities' daily operations, ensuring they are well-maintained, safe, and accessible. You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, develop policies, and coordinate maintenance and capital improvements while upholding health, safety, and environmental standards.

Join a thriving community facility that supports active lifestyles in Gauteng, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Five years of experience managing large-scale leisure or sports facilities.
• Budget management and staff supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations in leisure facilities.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with maintenance, groundskeeping, and event support is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of all leisure facilities, ensuring they are well-maintained, safe, and accessible.
• Manage, train, and develop a team of facility staff, including groundskeepers, maintenance crews, and administrative personnel.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Manage budgets, control expenditures, and identify opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Ensure all facilities meet health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance schedules, repairs, and capital improvement projects for the centre in Vereeniging.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Operational planning

Stakeholder management

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Degree or Diploma in Facility Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a multi-purpose leisure and recreation centre in Vereeniging , is seeking an experienced Leisure Facility Operations Manager . You will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of all operational aspects of the facility, including sports fields, courts, swimming pools, and community halls. This role requires strong leadership to manage diverse staff, ensure safety and compliance, optimize resource allocation, and enhance the overall member and visitor experience. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining the facility's high standards and contributing to the active lifestyle of the Gauteng community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of all leisure facilities, ensuring they are well-maintained, safe, and accessible.
• Manage, train, and develop a team of facility staff, including groundskeepers, maintenance crews, and administrative personnel.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Manage budgets, control expenditures, and identify opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Ensure all facilities meet health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance schedules, repairs, and capital improvement projects for the centre in Vereeniging .

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Facility Management, Sports Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing large-scale leisure or sports facilities.
• Proven experience in budget management, staff supervision, and operational planning.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to leisure facilities.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with facility maintenance, groundskeeping, and event support is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A key leadership role within a thriving community facility in Vereeniging .
• Generous leave allowance.