Swim, Sport and Leisure Operations Lead (Internal Only) at City of Greater Geelong

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operational Leadership, Strategic Direction, Facility Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Management, Program Development, Risk Management, Customer Service Delivery, Coaching, Performance Management, Compliance, Budgeting

Industry

Government Administration

Description

About the role The Operations Lead plays a key leadership role within the Swim Sport & Leisure Department, providing operational oversight and strategic direction across a diverse portfolio of aquatic, leisure and recreation facilities. The role is responsible for driving consistent, customer-focused service delivery while ensuring facilities operate efficiently, safely and in line with Council strategies, policies and legislative requirements. This position leads operational performance across facilities and works collaboratively with internal teams, community stakeholders and industry partners to deliver innovative programs, improve participation and strengthen community wellbeing outcomes. The role also focuses on building leadership capability within facility teams, driving continuous improvement and supporting a high-performing, inclusive and accountable workplace culture. Key responsibilities include: * Lead the day-to-day operational performance of Swim Sport & Leisure facilities to deliver safe, compliant and customer-focused services. * Drive continuous improvement, innovation and program development to increase participation and meet community needs. * Provide strong leadership, coaching and support to facility management teams to build capability, engagement and accountability. * Manage operational, financial and program performance across facilities, ensuring targets, budgets and service standards are achieved. * Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, community groups, suppliers and industry partners. * Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, Council policies, procedures and risk management requirements. About you To be successful in this role, you are an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in leisure, recreation, sport or facility operations. You bring demonstrated experience leading diverse teams, managing complex operations and delivering customer-focused services in a fast-paced environment. You are highly organised, commercially minded and able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership. You have strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, allowing you to build positive working relationships across teams, community groups and industry partners. Essential Experience: * A tertiary qualification in relevant recreation, sports management, business management or specialist field(s) and or significant professional experience in a comparable organisation * Significant Professional experience in a similar role with diverse portfolio leadership specialist field(s) * Working with Children Check If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! A career with us We’d love for you to continue your career with the City and set the benchmark for a sustainable, inclusive and culturally safe workplace. With a range of benefits, flexible working options, learning and development opportunities, support services and the opportunity to give back to the community, the City has so much to offer! Click https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/article/item/8d1155a0d84344d.aspx [https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/article/item/8d1155a0d84344d.aspx] to view all the benefits to you working at the City. We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process. Applications and Enquiries Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position. Enquiries: Amanda Locke, Manager Swim Sport and Leisure | alocke@geelongcity.vic.gov.au [alocke@geelongcity.vic.gov.au] Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au [careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch. We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared.

Responsibilities

Lead the operational performance and strategic direction of swim, sport, and leisure facilities to ensure safe and customer-focused service delivery. Manage financial performance, build leadership capability within teams, and collaborate with community stakeholders to improve wellbeing outcomes.