Sports Facilities Operations Lead Flexible Hours & Growth

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Annual leave

Professional development

Off-peak facility access

Performance bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Sports Facilities Operations Manager to oversee multiple venues in Centurion. The role requires leadership of staff, budget management, and hands-on facilities maintenance to ensure safe, high-standard venues for athletes and the public.

You will coordinate with external vendors, schedule routine upkeep, and plan event logistics while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. Flexible hours expected across evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sports facility/operations management.
• Proven budget and resource management experience.
• Strong knowledge of groundskeeping and facility maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and emergency protocols for venues.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience planning and executing events in sports contexts.
• Proficiency with scheduling, reporting, and maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of all sports facilities.
• Develop maintenance schedules for groundskeeping and repairs.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control.
• Supervise cleaning, security, and technical support staff.
• Plan logistics for events, tournaments, and rentals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Liaise with leagues, teams, and community groups to meet facility needs.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify hazards and maintenance issues.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Facilities Mgmt

Staff leadership

Event planning

H&S protocols

Education

Facility Management degree

Tools

Scheduling software

Maintenance tracking

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Sports Facilities Operations Manager to oversee multiple venues in Centurion. The role requires leadership of staff, budget management, and hands-on facilities maintenance to ensure safe, high-standard venues for athletes and the public.

You will coordinate with external vendors, schedule routine upkeep, and plan event logistics while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. Flexible hours expected across evenings and weekends.