Senior Aquatic Facility Operations Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Aquatic Facility Operations Manager to oversee a state-of-the-art aquatic center. This hands-on role ensures safety, cleanliness, and exceptional customer service while coordinating daily operations, pool maintenance, staff scheduling, and program delivery.

You will work with the leisure and sports team to align operations with strategic goals, manage the facility budget, supervise lifeguards, swim instructors and customer

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in aquatic facility management.
• Current Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certifications mandatory.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent certification required.
• Proven experience in supervising, training, and developing staff.
• Strong knowledge of pool water chemistry, filtration systems, and safety practices.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations for public pools.
• Experience managing budgets and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aquatic facility operations, including pool chemistry and safety equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and implement SOPs for maintenance and emergencies.
• Recruit, train, schedule and supervise aquatic staff.
• Oversee scheduling and delivery of swim lessons and aquatic programs.
• Manage facility budget, expenses, revenue, and reporting.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and address safety concerns.
• Develop strategies to enhance patron satisfaction and utilization.
• Oversee inventory and procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Serve as primary contact for patrons and staff inquiries.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

First Aid/CPR

CPO certification

Staff supervision

Budget management

Customer service

Pool water chemistry

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Aquatic Facility Operations Manager to oversee a state-of-the-art aquatic center. This hands-on role ensures safety, cleanliness, and exceptional customer service while coordinating daily operations, pool maintenance, staff scheduling, and program delivery.

You will work with the leisure and sports team to align operations with strategic goals, manage the facility budget, supervise lifeguards, swim instructors and customer