Centre Manager- Brunswick Baths

At the Y our vision is simple – Amplify Your Voice. Shape Our Community. Challenge Our World  

As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better. 

About the Centre

Brunswick Baths is an iconic aquatic and leisure facility located within Merri-bek City Council, boasting a range of aquatic and leisure services across a dynamic range of facilities including aquatic recreation, learn to swim, fitness programs and more!

The YMCA has been engaged by Merri-Bek Council to work together to deliver the vision of an Active Merri-Bek for the entire Merri-Bek community. The YMCA’s work in partnership with Council extends to all corners of Merri-Bek however is based at the six Aquatic and Leisure Facilities. Additional to overseeing the management of Brunswick Baths the broader contract portfolio includes the management and operation of Coburg Leisure Centre, Coburg Outdoor Pool, Fawkner Leisure Centre, Pascoe Vale Outdoor Pool and Oak Park Leisure Centre.

About the Role 

This role will present a fresh experience for a recreation professional to be the driving force behind an iconic recreation facility in Melbourne's inner North. This role needs a strong and experienced leader with a drive to continue fostering and developing Brunswick Baths ongoing success. The role presents a significant opportunity for the Centre Manager to make their mark and build an exceptional legacy in their leadership journey through this exciting opportunity.

As the Centre Manager you will be a key leader within the local community and provide leadership and vision for the general operations of Brunswick Baths, and play a broader role within both the YMCA and Council. You will lead a multitude of business units including Customer Experience, Aquatic Safety, Health & Wellness, Operations, Learn to Swim. You will be highly visible within the Centre and the local community, forming strong relationships and partnerships that add value to the business operations and ensure services meet the needs of our communities. 

Our customers and staff teams come from all walks of life. Our culture of inclusion and being socially connected are what makes us stand out. We are proud to work with the local community and we are looking for a leader who values making a difference in the lives of others. A leader who can help carry our vision and inspire those they lead to impact, develop and grow. 

This position is being offered on a full-time basis with a total remunerationof $116,781.00 to $126,863.00 plus super and Y Befits.

About You 

As Centre Manager, you will be a thoughtful and decisive leader, skilled in managing complex tasks while demonstrating patience, resilience, and strong organisational skills. You will be able to work both independently and as part of the leisure team.

• ​You will be able to represent the YMCA to the local community as well as provide exceptional leadership and vision for the facility and its staff.
• You have exceptional collaboration skills that allows you to lead and support the facilities broader leadership while having meaningful impact and influence across key strategic areas within a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• An excellent oral and written communicator, you will be able to work in partnership with the Active Merri-Bek team as well as other community groups to develop programs and services to meet the needs of the community.
• You will be self-motivated, able to engage staff and the community and will be able to drive the business, while maintaining the assets under their control.
• You will be organised and have a demonstrated ability to engage staff and improve business performance, with strong project management skills.
• You will be focused on the customer experience and cultivate a culture of continuous learning amongst the staff teams.
• You will have strong general business and financial acumen.
• You will foster a culture of safety at the facility and have experience managing risk
• Alignment with the YMCAs values is critical for this role.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience in a similar leadership role within the Sports & Recreation industry will be highly regarded but if you have significant team leadership and budget management experience from a different industry, we would love to hear from you.

• Tertiary qualifications in Sports Management, Business Management, or other related field will be highly regarded
• Previous strong leadership experience is essential

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

Benefits

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as;

• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness 

How to Apply

Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button now.