Aquatics Operations Manager

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Our Aquatics team is growing to nearly 60 staff across Alexandra, Cromwell, Ranfurly, and Roxburgh. We need someone awesome to help lead the charge.

This brand-new role supports our people and strengthens team culture.

What You'll Do: Lead People & Staffing

  • Lead rostering and leave management across all sites
  • Jump in when supervisors need backup
  • Be the support person your team counts on
  • Work with the Aquatics Manager on staffing challenges
Build a Great Team
  • Coordinate recruitment and onboard new staff
  • Develop training plans and run monthly sessions
  • Help lifeguards level up with PLPC renewals and Skills Active certs
  • Train staff in pool operations and health & safety
Manage Operations
  • Assist with operational reporting and procurement
  • Coordinate suppliers and contractors
  • Support PoolSafe accreditation and facility compliance
  • Be visible, approachable, and ready to problem-solve
Safety & Compliance
  • Ensure everyone follows health and safety protocols
  • Run audits, drills, and compliance checks
  • Lead incident debriefs and coordinate responses
  • Conduct regular 1-1s with Aquatic Supervisors
Who We're Looking For:
Experience:
  • 5+ years leading or supporting teams (aquatics or recreation ideal)
  • Multi-site environment experience
  • Lifeguard Assessor certification and/or Skills Active qualifications (preferred)
Must Have:
  • Strong people skills and genuine care for team wellbeing
  • Excellent communication
  • Experience with rostering and HR systems
  • Basic pool plant knowledge
  • Current First Aid Certificate and PLPC (or obtain within 4 weeks)
Your Vibe:
  • Natural problem-solver who stays cool under pressure
  • Lead with empathy, integrity, and positivity
  • Self-motivated with initiative
  • Make people feel supported and valued
Why This Role is Epic:
  • Brand new position—you'll help shape what this role becomes
  • Real leadership across multiple iconic Central Otago pools
  • People-focused—this role is all about supporting your team to succeed
  • Variety—no two days are the same
  • Community impact—you'll be making a difference every single day

Applications close 1/12/25

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