* IFA 7 - $125,088 per annum + superannuation
* + private use of vehicle (value $17,068)
* + $6,000 Relocation allowance (for suitable candidates)
* + 5 days additional recreational leave
* + 10-day fortnight
OR
o Stream A 7.1 - $109,832 per annum + superannuation
o + private use of vehicle (value $17,068)
o + $6,000 Relocation allowance (for suitable candidates)
o + 17.5% leave loading
o + 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together .
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a passionate, experienced and driven leader to oversee the operation and management of Council’s Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre, Maryborough Aquatic Centre and Wetside Water Park to meet community demand and stakeholder expectations.
What your day will look like:
We are looking for a Manager Aquatic Centres to lead and ensure operations are safe and efficient, driving continuous improvement across aquatic programming and services, control expenditure and ensure aquatic assets are maintained and managed to the highest levels for our community.
You will be a firm but kind, collaborative team player and leader, as well as commercially astute to lead and identify income revenue opportunities to build and maximise business opportunities.
You will have:
o Degree qualifications (AQF Level 7 or above) in sport/recreation management, business management, or a related discipline that is relevant to the role or equivalent experience
o A strong understanding of the key success criteria and strategic planning experience in sport/recreation/aquatic centre facilities
o Strong leadership and communication skills and a passion for working to the betterment of our community
o Excellent logic and be a consistent decision maker, with a strong safety focus
o Queensland Class “C” drivers’ licence
What’s nice to have:
o Post graduate qualifications relevant to the role
o Food safety supervision certificate
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We alsocreate innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition .
What we Offer:
o Learning and development opportunities
o Flexible working arrangements
o Up to 12% employer super contribution
o 17.5% leave loading
o Study assistance program
o Novated leasing
o 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
o Paid maternity and paternity leave
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 10 June 2025*
* close subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
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