Aquatic Operations Manager- 2 Roles Available (Katherine & Alice Springs)
Core
Lead day-to-day operations, safety, and compliance of multiple remote community aquatic facilities in the Northern Territory, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery.
Role type
Senior Aquatic Operations Manager
Builds
Safe, accessible, and well-operated community swimming pools
Domain
Aquatics / Community Recreation / Remote Operations
Required skills
Pool plant operations, water quality management, risk management, team leadership, compliance oversight, stakeholder engagement, budget management, emergency preparedness
Preferred skills
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, AUSTSWIM Teacher qualification, experience in remote or Indigenous communities
Technologies
Pool plant systems, water quality management systems
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operations of multiple remote community aquatic facilities; Provide leadership and coaching to Aquatic Coordinators and pool staff; Ensure compliance with legislation, industry standards, and safety requirements; Conduct regular site visits, audits, and risk assessments; Oversee pool plant operations, water quality management, and maintenance programs; Lead emergency preparedness and incident management; Recruit, train, and develop pool staff; Build relationships with remote communities, councils, and contractors; Manage operational resources, budgets, and fleet requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC