Categories: Government and Defence, Sport and Recreation
Permanent Full Time position
Salary from $108,024 + Superannuation + on call allowance
Active Monash - Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre, Oakleigh Recreation Centre & Clayton Aquatics & Health Club
Applications close Sunday 10 August 2025
The City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
Our Active Monash Leisure Centres are highly regarded throughout the Aquatic and Recreation Industry, attracting over 1.5 million attendances per annum. Active Monash prides itself on an inclusive and diverse working environment, encouraging members to ‘Participate Their Way’ and providing services for all members of our community.
About the Position
The Area Manager, Aquatics is responsible for setting and delivering a bold strategic direction that aligns with Active Monash’s vision of ‘Participate Your Way’, a commitment to creating inclusive, engaging, and customer-led aquatic experiences that increase participation across the aquatics community.
This role leads the development and implementation of a dynamic marketing and engagement strategy to grow participation in aquatic services and programs, strengthen brand identity, and deepen community connection.
Skills and Experience
Proven experience in leading a high-performing aquatic or recreation facility with strong commercial and community outcomes
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver a strategic marketing plan that drives participation, brand engagement, and customer growth
Strong leadership capability, with experience managing large teams, cultivating a positive culture, and supporting performance and development
Deep understanding of contemporary aquatic programming, inclusion principles, and public health promotion through physical activity
Exceptional communication skills, written, verbal, and interpersonal, with the ability to influence, advocate and collaborate across stakeholders
Demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking, innovation, and solution-focused planning in a dynamic, multi-site environment
Requirements
Employee Working with Children’s Check
CPR
Satisfactory National Police Check
Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements
Benefits
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well-being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities
Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Apply for this amazing opportunity
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications close Sunday August 10 2025 at 11:55pm
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Shannon Stabb on 0491 229 793 or at shannon.stabb@monash.vic.gov.au
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email talent@monash.vic.gov.au
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.