Caulfield Leisure Manager

About us

Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established as a vehicle to manage the operations of Richmond's health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people and business systems of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure currently operates 53 leisure centres, community stadiums, pools, gyms, theatres and other facilities throughout Victoria and New South Wales.

At Aligned Leisure, culture is paramount, and we are committed to developing our people in a supportive environment. Connecting to Thrive and Win is about connecting not only with customers, but also about staff connecting with each other with humour and care, through storytelling and authenticity, to build genuine relationships.

We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who fit our culture and either wish to learn a new industry or further develop their existing skills. If you have a passion for your local region, a focus on supporting your community and a desire to help us in providing the best level of service, we would love to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced leader to be our next Caulfield Grammar Leisure Manager.  Our leader will be people focused and share our values to lead and manage the dynamic and vibrant leisure facilities on offer across the Caulfield Grammar Campuses. If you are looking for an opportunity to lead a unique leisure contract and develop your career, look no further.

In order to set you up to succeed in this role, you will be provided with a car allowance, phone reimbursements and laptop and all the support you need from our senior leadership team.

As Caulfield Grammar Leisure Manager you will be responsible for maintaining an outstanding relationship with Caulfield Grammar School and ensuring that all operational plans align with essential school strategies.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Lead Aligned Leisure staff to drive contract objectives & KPI's throughout Caulfield Grammar
• Lead Caulfield aquatics team to ensure their departments are provided the support and resources to succeed.
• Ensure all staff are adequately trained and informed to undertake their role.
• Ensure service teams are adequately supervised and aligned to Aligned Leisure's purpose, values, behaviours, service standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, policies and contracts.
• Develop and maintain relationships in the school community that will support the efforts of Aligned Leisure within the contract.
• Implement plans and budgets for all three campuses.
• Maintain reporting and compliance requirements for council.
• Ensure financial targets are met or exceeded.
• Implement appropriate financial controls and reports.
• Relentlessly support the implementation of acquisition and retention programs for all customers across all programs.
• Increase participation and visitations at all facilities.
• Manage assets following contract specifications and best practice.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience in a large or multi-site aquatic, fitness or leisure management role.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Sport and Fitness, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Exceptional customer service and stakeholder management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing competing demands and deadlines.
• Experience and ability to provide coaching and mentoring to staff, with a commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Financial Management and operational budget experience.

If you believe this position sounds right for you and you haven't previously applied, please apply now and complete your application before it closes on the 5th of December 2025. Please note, only successful candidates through to phone screen will be contacted.