Area Manager - QUT (Fitness & Aquatics)
An exciting opening awaits a strategic, passionate and driven people leader to oversee the management of our Fitness and Aquatic Centre's at QUT
Summary about this job
Management
Company: YMCA of Brisbane
Location: Brisbane
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Base $85k+ Super+CarTotal Package approx $106k
Phone: +61-3-6122-6809
Fax: +61-3-9624-4839
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ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
With a history of successfully managing fitness, aquatic and recreation facilities for universities and local governments throughout Australia, the YMCA is excited to promote our newest partnership with Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
THE OPPORTUNITY
An exciting opening awaits a strategic, passionate and driven people leader to develop and oversee the management of our two newest fitness and aquatic facilities at Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
As the Area Manager, you will be instrumental in the establishment and management of two facilities located at the Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses. Our facilities are available for students, staff and the general public so we require the talent of a community minded operator who can develop the potential and build connection, belonging and community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Area Manager, you will be responsible for implementing the strategic direction of our QUT facilities, ensuring the delivery of quality programs and services to our clients as well as championing YMCA values within the community.
You will also be overseeing the day-to-day operations of the two Centres, including operational, financial, safe pool operations, marketing and customer service to ensure that we meet our targets and milestones.
In collaboration with QUT stakeholders and YMCA management, the Area Manager will embed a culture of outstanding customer service and safety through the achievement of operational excellence and innovative fitness and aquatic options.
ABOUT YOU
As these are new facilities for the YMCA we will need you to be a self-starter with high initiative, experienced in setting targets, meeting deadlines, operational planning and team formation. You will possess the capacity to align strategies with our mission and values whilst achieving the business objectives of our Centres.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
It is essential that you have the following:
- Tertiary qualifications in business or leisure/sports management, and or a related field with minimum 5 years of business management experience.
- Demonstrated capability in contract management and working with universities / contract partners.
- Demonstrated skills in effectively managing the financial, workflow and reporting requirements of all operational aspects of business management.
- Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of projects and the meeting of outcomes within prescribed timelines.
- A high level effective people leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- A hands on leadership approach
- High level communications skills across diverse groups - both written and verbal.
- Ability to apply logic and sound reasoning to troubleshoot issues and challenges.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and be on call as the business requires.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificates.
- Current Pool Operators Certificate (Royal Lifesaving Australia).
- Current Open Driver’s Licence.
- Currently possess a positive notice Blue Card or have the capacity to attain one
Commencing as soon as possible, to drive the launch of the sites in September 2018, the successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary, $85,000 + Car + Super (total package value $106,000) excellent working conditions and a range of YMCA employee benefits.
If you believe you have what it takes, apply now by uploading your resume and cover letter, addressing the selection criteria above and include details of 3 current referees.
Applications close: 16th August 2018
For more about the YMCA please visit our website: http://www.ymcabrisbane.org or contact Michael Tsiamis, Group Manager on 0438 761 182.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.