In-Demand leader aquatic Jobs in victoria

Aquatic Operations Team Leader (People & Performance)
Melbourne Sports Centres —Victoria
- Weekend availability
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Birthday Party Leader - Peter Krenz Leisure Centre
YMCA Recreation —Eaglehawk VIC
- $31.18 an hour
- Customer service
- Working with children
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
Duty Manager - Numurkah Aquatic & Fitness Centre
YMCA Recreation —Numurkah VIC
- $40 - $45 an hour
- First Aid Certification
- Health insurance
14h
Group Fitness Coordinator
Belgravia Health & Leisure Group Pty Ltd —Oak Park VIC
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- First Aid Certification
Programs Coordinator
Belgravia Activities —Hoppers Crossing VIC
- Weekend availability
- Working with children
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Employee discount
15h
Leisure Facilities - Duty Supervisor
Greater Shepparton City Council —Shepparton VIC
- $73,089.64 a year
- Temporary
- Leadership
- Communication skills
12d
Netball Competition Supervisor - Boroondara Sports Complex
YMCA Recreation —Balwyn North VIC
- $35.00 - $40.42 an hour
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
- Health insurance
Area Manager - Early Learning - Hybrid
YMCA Children's Programs —Box Hill VIC
- Up to $126,389 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- First Aid Certification
- Work from home
6d
Area Operations Coordinator - Merri-bek
Belgravia Health & Leisure Group Pty Ltd —Coburg VIC
- Contract
- Management
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
Group Fitness Instructor (Reformer Pilates, Mat Pilates & Yoga Instructor)
YMCA Recreation —Traralgon VIC
- $45 - $55 an hour
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
Diploma Qualified Childhood Educator
YMCA Children's Programs —Laverton North VIC
- $42.80 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Head of Mathematics
Presbyterian Ladies' College —Burwood VIC
- Full-time
- Teaching
Apprentice Electrical Technician
BGIS —Melbourne VIC
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- Electrical experience
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Parental leave
Programs Administration Officer
Rural City of Wangaratta —Wangaratta VIC
- $32.67 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative experience
- Working with children
12d
Two-Up Drivers & Guides | Outback Spirit Tours
Journey Beyond —Melbourne VIC
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
Physiotherapist Grade 2
St Vincent's Health Australia —Melbourne VIC
- $90,235 - $103,724 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Discharge planning
12d
Experienced Registered Nurses
Infinite Aged Care —Knoxfield VIC
- Night shift
- Hospitality
- Nursing
- Casual pool
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Kakadu Driver Guide | Darwin Based | Outback Spirit Tours
Journey Beyond —Melbourne VIC
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
Manager
BG Private —Hawthorn VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Team management
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Talent & Culture Coordinator
Peninsula Leisure —Frankston VIC
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Gym membership
Quick Apply
1d

I want to receive the latest job alert for leader aquatic in victoria

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

leader aquatic jobs near victoria

Umpire jobs in Balwyn North VIC

Tour Guide jobs in Melbourne VIC

Physiotherapist jobs in Melbourne VIC

Electrical Technician jobs in Melbourne VIC

Teen, Teenager, Umpire jobs in Sydney Nsw

Netball Umpire jobs in Heidelberg Vic

Teen, Teenager, Umpire jobs in Melbourne Vic

Early Childhood Teacher jobs in North Lakes Qld

Early Childhood Teacher jobs in Hills District Nsw

Early Childhood Work From Home jobs in Sydney Nsw

Early Morning Delivery jobs in Sydney Nsw

Early Childhood Teacher jobs in Croydon Vic

Early Childhood, Trainer Assessor jobs in Melbourne Vic

Early Childhood Teacher jobs in Northern Territory

Tour Guide jobs in Sydney Nsw

Tour Guide jobs in Perth Wa

Tour Guide jobs in Central Coast Nsw

Tour Manager jobs in Sydney Nsw

Youth Support Coordinator jobs in Queensland

Communications Coordinator jobs in Sydney Nsw

Aquatic Operations Team Leader (People & Performance)

Melbourne Sports Centres
Victoria

Apply Now

Job Details

Casual

Benefits

Free parking
Employee assistance program
Gym membership

Qualifications

First Aid Certification
Working with Children Check
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Posted Sunday, 24 May 2026, 9:00 am

Are you an exceptional people leader who thrives on developing others and wants to be part of building a Are you an exceptional people manager who thrives on developing others and wants to be part of genuine cultural and operational change?

At State Sport Centres, we’re passionate about inspiring people through sport and activity. We’re looking for an Aquatic Operations Team Leader (People & Performance) to take the lead in developing our frontline teams and driving a culture of excellence across our aquatic operations.

About the role

As the Aquatic Operations Team Leader (People & Performance), you’ll play a pivotal role in leading our lifeguard workforce and supporting safe, seamless and exceptional aquatic experiences.

This role is strongly focused on people leadership. You’ll be responsible for building capability, driving performance, and fostering a positive, inclusive culture while overseeing day‑to‑day aquatic operations. You’ll work closely with leaders across the business to embed change, improve performance, and ensure our teams feel supported, empowered and set up to succeed.

Flexibility is essential, including availability to work weekends as part of a rotating leadership roster aligned to operational needs.

Your primary responsibilities will include

Lead and develop your team through coaching, performance management, and clear communication
Create a high-performing, inclusive culture that drives engagement and excellent customer service
Manage workforce performance including rostering, staffing, and training to ensure capability and compliance
Partner across the business to support operations, respond to feedback, and continuously improve performance

About you

You’re a proven people leader with experience in aquatics, recreation, sport or a similar frontline operational environment. You’re confident leading teams through change, comfortable balancing people and performance, and known for your ability to build trust and bring out the best in others.

You’ll also bring

Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams in a comparable industry
Strong capability in coaching, performance management and workforce planning
Confidence managing rosters and operational priorities in a dynamic environment
Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and inspire diverse teams
A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership
Flexibility to work weekends as required

Required skills and Qualifications

Current Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee)
Full Australian working rights
Provide First Aid Certification
Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Aquatic Technical Operators Certificate
Proven experience leading teams in aquatics, recreation, or similar environments
A strong track record in people leadership, coaching, and performance development
Confidence managing rosters, workforce planning, and operational priorities
Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence, motivate and support diverse teams
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership

Why is this a great place to work?

Our Patrons and Teams

You’ll be surrounded by elite athletes daily and supporting a wide range of elite sports and world-class events, as well as community sport and recreation
You’ll be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skills
You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team of people who are great to work with

Our Venues

Free parking
MSAC Gym and Performance Membership including family and friends’ discounts
Discount at SSCT food & beverage and retail outlets
Complimentary court hire for casual bookings across SSCT venues

Our Workplace

Training and professional development
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Assistance Program providing free confidential support for your mental health
Inclusive environment recognising our diverse workforce and community
Employee recognition through our Values in Action program

Join us in our mission to help people to be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best.

How to apply

Please send through a resume and cover letter supporting your application for this exciting role with State Sport Centres. We will be reviewing applications and commencing interviews as they come in, so please don't delay in applying. For further information please contact Abs Grant, Talent Acquisition Business Partner +61 3 9926 1358

SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities.

The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment.

Job details

Job family

Administration

Job function

Administration

Pay type

Hourly

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

leader aquatic jobs in victoria

Aquatic Operations Team Leader (People & Performance)

Birthday Party Leader - Peter Krenz Leisure Centre

Duty Manager - Numurkah Aquatic & Fitness Centre

Group Fitness Coordinator

Programs Coordinator

Leisure Facilities - Duty Supervisor

Netball Competition Supervisor - Boroondara Sports Complex

Area Manager - Early Learning - Hybrid

Area Operations Coordinator - Merri-bek

Group Fitness Instructor (Reformer Pilates, Mat Pilates & Yoga Instructor)

Diploma Qualified Childhood Educator

Head of Mathematics

Apprentice Electrical Technician

Programs Administration Officer

Two-Up Drivers & Guides | Outback Spirit Tours

Physiotherapist Grade 2

Experienced Registered Nurses

Kakadu Driver Guide | Darwin Based | Outback Spirit Tours

Manager

Talent & Culture Coordinator

I want to receive the latest job alert for leader aquatic in victoria

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected