17/11/2025
01/12/2025
Permanent - Part Time
Alexandra
Customer Service
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.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
Aquatics Operations Manager Job Description
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
Desired Skills and Experience
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
