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3 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Davis and Brooks Building Services Full time

Location: Gilles Plains, Adelaide SA
Employment Type: Full time

Reports To: General Manager Commercial Operations

About the Role

Royal Life Saving SA is looking for a bold and resourceful Operations Manager to steer compliance, safety, and service excellence across our aquatic facilities and commercial ventures. From managing swim schools and lifeguards to spearheading audits and strategy, this role offers the chance to lead with purpose, grow with impact, and energise community services.

Why You'll Love This Role:

Salary Sacrifice + Work-Life Balance – Flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

Onsite Parking – Stress-free commute to the office.

Purpose-Driven Work – Be part of an organisation making a real impact

Influence & Leadership – Provide operational insights that lead best practice.

Collaborative Team – Work closely with executives & department leads.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Risk: Drive compliance across legislation, codes, and internal policies; maintain audit-readiness; lead proactive risk mitigation and workplace safety.

Aquatic Operations: Manage daily pool operations, water quality, and staff resourcing; oversee contracts; implement procedures to boost safety and patron experience.

Business Development: Grow revenue across RTO, Swim School, and eCommerce platform; lead GSPO-aligned audits; position Royal Life Saving SA as a sector innovator.

Strategic Leadership: Build and manage budgets and KPIs; mentor cross-functional teams; embed community-responsive innovation into operational planning.

Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in aquatics, facility operations, or compliance.

Certifications: Pool Lifeguard, WWCC, Pool Operations.

Analytical mindset with a proactive approach clear & confident communication.

Tertiary qualifications in business, safety or facility management.

Experience with RTOs or commercial service leadership.

This isn't just a job—it's a chance to lead bold initiatives, shape safer spaces, and make real impact in the South Australian community. Join us as we scale what's possible in aquatic safety and commercial services.

For all enquiries contact Michelle Williams or Ben Dawson on 8210 4500

Ready to dive in?
Apply today and be part of something bigger.

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