Join to apply for the Head of Leisure Facility Management role at City of CaseyJoin to apply for the Head of Leisure Facility Management role at City of CaseyEnjoy flexible work that supports your mental health and work-life balanceLead the largest local government leisure contract in Victoria!Permanent full time position + monthly RDO$126,000 - $141,970 Band 8 + super (subject to experience)The City of Casey is based at Bunjil Place, a vibrant hub located in Narre Warren in Melbourne’s South East. As part of the Active Communities department, we’re proud to work in a space that brings people together, just like our services do.Bunjil Place reflects the diversity and energy of the City of Casey, making it the perfect backdrop for a team focused on creating inclusive, healthy, and connected community experiences through sport, recreation, leisure and cultural engagement.Benefits | City of CaseyExperience a flexible, supportive work environment with a strong culture of collaboration and growth.Access to diverse professional development opportunities.Conveniently located near Westfield shopping centre, with an adjacent gym/pool offering Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted memberships, and an onsite café.Work in a multi-award-winning, architecturally designed office with fully equipped kitchens, free coffee, community library on-site, free parking, and more.We live our values of dreaming big, empowering each other, and making our community proud.A bit about the roleThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead the largest local government leisure contract in Victoria, and the third largest in Australia, right here at the City of Casey.With over 2.5 million visitors annually, you’ll oversee a portfolio that includes state-of-the-art aquatic and stadium facilities, The Shed indoor skate park, and the beloved Myuna Farm.As Head of Leisure Facility Management, you’ll work in partnership with experienced contractor Aligned Leisure to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and responsive services that keep our community healthy, active, and connected. If you're a strategic leader ready to make a real impact, this is the role for you.The VisionWe work in partnership with our leisure contract partners to provide opportunities for the Casey community to be active and socially connected. Through our leisure facilities, we provide a unique, interactive and inclusive experiences that range from farming to sporting opportunities that help people connect, participate and belong.What you’ll deliverOversee and foster a strong partnership with Aligned Leisure to enhance and support leisure facility service standards to ensure compliance with customer safety, staff and volunteer OHS, duty of care, and ethical obligations.Monitor contract specifications, key performance indicators, financials, and facility performance to report impacts on Leisure Facility outcomes to stakeholders and Council Executive.Support the implementation of the recommendations derived from the Leisure Facilities Service Review in partnership with Aligned Leisure.With a focus on community outcomes, continuous improvement and service excellence.Continuously review the Capital Works Program, Myuna Farm Masterplan, and maintenance priorities.Negotiate project delivery and contract variations when significant service impacts arise.Cultivate strong contract partner relationships to ensure service provision meets community needs.Actively seek external industry networks and advocate for sector improvements reflecting on experience and being open to continuous improvement.Lead and motivate staff to enhance collaboration, productivity, continuous improvement, innovation, safety and job satisfaction.You will directly support Casey Leisure contractor Aligned Leisure to succeed through:Working collaboratively with the Area Manager of Casey Leisure to annually update business plans and associated financial models.Build trust through providing in real time, insights to community data that will support evidenced based decision making.Advocate and support the Casey Leisure team through consistent accountability measures that are reasonable and foster true partnership philosophy.Seek to understand business needs first through critical and analytical thinking.Develop a high level of trust with contract partner Aligned leisure through meeting regularly to review performance taking a shared approach to celebrations and problem-solving.Work with the Area Manager to ensure operating models remain financially viable in a competitive landscape.What you’ll bringA robust knowledge of contract, leisure facility management and service agreements are essential.Experience with Local Government Act Procurement protocols.Experience in stakeholder management and engagement.Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, train, and motivate staff in a changing environment, with an emphasis on building a positive and collaborative culture that has a can do and continuous improvement mindset.Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check and Eligibility to Work check.A curious, collaborative, and inclusive community mindset.Please visit our careers page at Careers at Casey to view a detailed position description.What’s next?If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.Please apply by following the links and attaching a cover letter and resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.To find out more about the role, please contact Alison Neil, Manager Active Communities on 9792 7079 or alneil@casey.vic.gov.au.Applications will be accepted until 11.55pm on Thursday 19th June 2025.Please Note: Applications will not be accepted via email. Please apply by following the links only.We are a 2024Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.At the City of Casey, we are proud to be an inclusive, child safe, and equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9777 orTalent@casey.vic.gov.au.The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.For more information about the City of Casey council and to stay across what's happening in our region, follow us on LinkedIn.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and OtherIndustriesRecreational Facilities, Government Administration, and Community ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Casey by 2xGet notified about new Head of Facilities Management jobs in Narre Warren, Victoria, Australia.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoFacility Services Supervisor l Bayswater l Expression of InterestBayswater, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 10 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior Compliance Manager, Financial ServicesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSt Kilda, Victoria, Australia A$100,000.00-A$110,000.00 5 days agoSchemes and Facilities Lead, Financial LinesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSouthbank, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSouthbank, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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