Venue Manager

VIC, Casterton Pool - Casterton 3311Centre Manager - Casterton Pool (Seasonal, Nov–Apr)Location: Casterton, VIC 3311Great seasonal facilityCareer pathways with ongoing opportunitiesMake a real difference in your communityBelgravia Leisure is a leader in leisure, health and fitness management across Australia and New Zealand.
We partner with local government and communities to deliver high-quality aquatic, fitness, sport and recreation programs that enrich lives and connect people.We are now on the hunt for an outstanding people leader to coach, inspire and manage the team at Casterton Pool this summer season.
This is a full-time, fixed-term role (November - April), leading the day-to-day operations of a much-loved community facility.The RoleAs Centre Manager, you'll take ownership of the pool's operational, financial and program deliverables, ensuring a safe, welcoming and enjoyable experience for all patrons.
You'll lead a passionate team, drive performance, and maintain strong relationships with the local Council and community stakeholders.This role is hands-on, varied and rewarding - perfect for someone who thrives on leading people, achieving results and creating positive community outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors through effective policies, processes and complianceLead, coach and develop the team to achieve KPIs and deliver excellent customer serviceDrive a high-performance, community-focused culture with visible, supportive leadershipDeliver against operational and financial targetsBuild and maintain strong relationships with local CouncilRecruit and develop passionate staff, supporting clear career progression pathwaysMaintain facilities to approved standards in line with contract requirementsAbout YouYou are an up-and-coming leader with energy, vision and a passion for leisure.
You understand how to build engaged teams, deliver results, and create exceptional customer experiences.
With a balance of operational know-how and people leadership, you'll set the standard for excellence this season.Skills & QualificationsPrevious leadership or management experience in a leisure/aquatic facility (or similar)Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to achieve win–win outcomesSound knowledge of health & safety legislationExperience in operational, financial and people planningCurrent CPR and First Aid (Level 2) certificatesNational Police Check & Working with Vulnerable People CheckLegal working rights in AustraliaPool Operations Certificate – highly regarded (not essential)Pool Lifeguard Certificate – or ability to complete courseWhy Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and community-minded teamLead an iconic seasonal facilityAccess great career pathways and opportunities across the Belgravia networkMake a real difference to the health, safety and enjoyment of the communityIf you're a motivated leader who is passionate about aquatics and community recreation, we want to hear from you.Apply now and lead the success of Casterton Pool this summer season
We value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability.We are committed to providing a child safe environment.
Please refer to our child safety framework.
Successful applicants will be required to obtain a national police check and a Working with Children check.