Manager Recreation & Development

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy and chemicals company based in Secunda seeks a Manager to oversee hospitality operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence. The role requires at least 6 years of leadership experience in hospitality and facilities management, along with a strong understanding of financial management and adherence to safety standards. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and promotes a culture of inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in leadership within hospitality, recreation, or facilities management.
• Experience managing recreation facilities and events.
• Knowledge of South African liquor and hospitality legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence and guest satisfaction across all venues.
• Manage and maintain sports fields and clubhouses.
• Oversee financial management and operational costs.
• Implement performance management and staff development programmes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Team Assessment

Commercial Agility

Customer Centricity

Facilities Management

Education

University Bachelor's Degree / BTech in Hospitality, Facilities Management, Business Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

POS systems

Booking/event management systems

Job description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Req Id

10891

Closing Date

22 December 2025

OME

PSR: Corporate Affairs

Geographical Area

Secunda Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

The Manager ensures that the Secunda Clubs fields subsections venues guest house and hospitality operations are safe, vibrant, financially sound and representative of Sasol’s brand of excellence and care, fostering pride, wellness and engagement among employees and the wider community.
The role drives operational excellence, guest satisfaction, cost efficiency and compliance with Sasol’s Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) standards. This pivotal role combines facility management, hospitality leadership and business acumen in one of Sasol’s most visible recreational and guest service environments.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and maintain all sports fields subsections and clubhouses ensuring cleanliness, readiness and professional presentation.
• Oversee conference, meeting and event venues including bookings, setup, AV/IT support, seating, catering and service delivery.
• Maintain integrated booking and scheduling systems to optimise utilisation and minimise downtime.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs, upgrades and preventive maintenance.
• Oversee all guest house operations including reservations, check‑in/out, housekeeping and guest relations.
• Ensuring rooms are prepared and maintained to high standards.
• Uphold exceptional service quality and guest comfort in line with hospitality best practices.
• Monitor occupancy pricing and income while controlling operating costs. Ensure full compliance with South African hospitality, health, fire and safety regulations.
• Oversee and manage all food, beverage, bar and catering services across venues and the guest house.
• Ensuring full compliance with liquor licensing, food safety and service‑quality standards. Ensuring the management of menu planning, pricing, procurement, supplier relations and stock control.
• Implement revenue‑growth initiatives through themed events, promotions and corporate packages.
• Uphold Sasol’s hospitality and presentation standards while ensuring bar staff deliver responsible, safe and professional alcohol service at all times.
• Monitor planning, coordinating and executing corporate private, including conferences, weddings and team‑building activities.
• Manage all event logistics: bookings, setup, catering, bar service, technical support and post‑event review.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external clients to deliver high‑quality customised events.
• Develop annual calendars and promotional programmes to maximise venue use and visibility.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management for all facilities and hospitality operations including fields, venues, guest house and F&B services.
• Monitor income streams, control operational costs and produce regular financial reports, forecasts and variance analyses.
• Manage supplier and contractor contracts and implement commercial initiatives to drive revenue growth and maximise value.
• Lead, motivate and manage a diverse team across grounds, hospitality, bar, catering, housekeeping and events.
• Ensure appropriate staffing and scheduling for peak periods.
• Implement performance management and staff development programmes and foster a service‑oriented, safety‑focused culture aligned with Sasol’s values of care, integrity and excellence.
• Ensure strict adherence to Sasol SHEQ standards, liquor and food safety laws, health and safety regulations and fire/building codes.
• Conduct inspections and audits across all facilities and F&B operations, maintain incident logs and risk assessments, and enforce responsible alcohol service and guest safety and crowd control for events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with club members, employees, community groups and corporate clients.
• Represent the Secunda Club professionally.
• Promote facilities through internal communications and marketing.
• Gather feedback to drive service improvements and innovation.
• Provide monthly reports on financial performance, facility utilisation, maintenance, events and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and track KPIs for all areas and prepare strategic plans to enhance service quality, revenue and facility operations.

Formal Education

University Bachelors Degree / BTech (preferably in Hospitality, Facilities Management, Business Management or related field)

Working Experience

Experience in hospitality, recreation or facilities management including 6 years in leadership.
Demonstrated experience managing recreation facilities, hospitality and F&B operations, accommodation/guest house services and conferences/events.
Proven financial management and vendor contract administration experience. Knowledge of South African liquor and hospitality legislation and SHEQ standards.

Other Requirements

Valid Driver’s Licence (travel between sites required).
Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends and public holidays for events or operational demands.
Proficiency in MS Office, POS and booking/event management systems.
Must meet criteria to act as the Responsible Person for the liquor licence.

Required Personal and Professional Skills

• Team Assessment
• Team Planning and Organisation
• Commercial Agility
• Business Ownership
• Document Management
• Innovation
• Customer Centricity
• Process Monitoring and Control
• Collaboration
• Inspiration
• Talent Building
• Self Development
• Partnerships
• Compliance Management
• Delivery Excellence

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of Innovating for a better world Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our automated process is designed to efficiently assess a large volume of applications. Should you not hear from us within 60 days of the advert closing then kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you once‑more for your interest in Sasol as your employer of choice and we wish you all the best with your career aspirations and future applications with us.

Additional Details

• Required Experience: Manager
• Key Skills: Senior Care, Public Relations, Customer Service, Physical Education, Taleo, Employee Evaluation, Records Management, Facilities Management, Contract Management, Recreational Therapy, Supervising Experience, Word Processing
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1