Operations Coordinator - Port Lincoln Leisure Centre

THE ROLE

Port Lincoln Leisure Centre is YMCA South Australia's regional aquatic and fitness facility serving the Port Lincoln community on the Eyre Peninsula. The centre offers a full aquatic program, gym facilities and swimming lessons, and is a hub for community wellbeing in the region.

The Operations Coordinator is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of how our aquatic centre runs day to day. You will lead our Duty Manager and General Cleaner teams, keeping the centre safe, compliant, and well-presented for every person who comes through the door. This is a role for someone who takes pride in high standards, knows their way around a plant room, and gets the best out of the people around them.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and supervise Duty Managers and General Cleaner teams, including rostering, training and ongoing development

• Manage all aquatic plant room operations and water quality, ensuring compliance with the Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation and SA Health legislation

• Oversee facility presentation, maintenance and contractor management across your shifts

• Act as the facility's WH&S representative, coordinating risk audits, incident reporting and emergency procedures

• Take on Duty Manager and Lifeguard direct service responsibilities as rostered

• Contribute to the development of operational working manuals and support continuous improvement across the centre

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Y

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• HLTAID009 Provide CPR

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

• SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard

• RRHAN-EC Masterclass – Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education & Care

• Minimum 2 years aquatic industry experience or in a similar environment

• Extensive knowledge of the guidelines for Safe Pool Operation

• Demonstrated ability to deal with complex pool/aquatic issues

• Excellent interpersonal skills

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community. We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

BENEFITS WITH THE Y

• Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together

• YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services

• Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support

• Career Growth Opportunities - A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Nathan Reichstein on 0422133859 or nathan.reichstein@ymcasa.org.au.

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now! You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Applications close 31st May 2026.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

• DHS Working With Children Check

• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked or lived overseas for 6 months consecutively in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.