Senior Aquatics Manager

Placements24; Upington; In loco; ZAR 600.000 - 800.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a Senior Aquatics Manager to oversee all aquatic operations for our premier sports and recreation facility. This leadership role ensures safety, quality, and profitability across pools, programs, and related services.

You will manage lifeguards, instructors, and support staff, guiding program development and operational excellence to deliver exceptional member and community experiences.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Recreation, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive aquatics management experience with supervisory roles.
• Current Lifeguard certification and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, water chemistry, safety procedures, and aquatic programming.
• Proven leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Experience in budget management and marketing of recreational programs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A passion for water safety, fitness, and community engagement.

Mansioni

• Oversee all pool operations, including maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and water quality management.
• Develop, implement, and manage a diverse range of aquatic programs, such as swimming lessons, water aerobics, and competitive teams.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards, swim instructors, and other aquatics staff.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and emergency protocols, maintaining a safe environment for all patrons.
• Manage the aquatics budget, including revenue generation, expense control, and financial reporting.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote aquatic programs and drive membership and participation.
• Maintain positive relationships with members, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, provincial, and national regulations.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and implement necessary repairs or upgrades.

Conoscenze

People management

Lifeguard supervision

Budget management

Aquatics programming

Safety compliance

Water quality

Marketing of recreational programs

Leadership

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a premier sports and recreation facility in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Senior Aquatics Manager to oversee all aquatic operations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safety, quality, and profitability of the swimming pools, programs, and related services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aquatics management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional experiences for members and the community. You will manage a team of lifeguards, instructors, and support staff, driving operational excellence and program development. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a vital department within a well-regarded facility in the vibrant setting of Upington .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of pool operations, including maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and water quality management.
• Develop, implement, and manage a diverse range of aquatic programs, such as swimming lessons, water aerobics, and competitive teams.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards, swim instructors, and other aquatics staff.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and emergency protocols, maintaining a safe environment for all patrons.
• Manage the aquatics budget, including revenue generation, expense control, and financial reporting.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote aquatic programs and drive membership and participation.
• Maintain positive relationships with members, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, provincial, and national regulations.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and implement necessary repairs or upgrades.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Recreation, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in aquatics management, including supervisory experience.
• Current Lifeguard certification and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or equivalent are mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of pool operations, water chemistry, safety procedures, and aquatic programming.
• Proven leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Experience in budget management and marketing of recreational programs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities."A passion for water safety, fitness, and community engagement.

Benefits

This rewarding position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to lead a key department at a respected facility in Upington, Northern Cape . Our client provides a supportive work environment, ongoing professional development, and the chance to make a significant positive impact on the community through aquatics. Join a dedicated team committed to health, safety, and recreational excellence.