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.

What You'll Do:

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

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

Please apply online

Applications close 1/12/2025