Senior Coordinator Aquatic and Leisure Facilities

About the role

The City of Rockingham is looking for an experienced, strategic professional to oversee the operations and performance of the Aqua Jetty, Warnbro Community Recreation Centre and Rockingham Aquatic Centre. Working closely with the Manager Community and Leisure Facilities, you will lead and develop a dedicated team, shape strategic initiatives and help deliver services that support the health, wellbeing and recreation needs of the community. The role is full-time, averaging 38 hours per week, and is permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the operations and performance of the Aqua Jetty, Warnbro Community Recreation Centre and Rockingham Aquatic Centre
• Drive operational excellence across multiple high-profile facilities and foster a positive, collaborative culture
• Ensure facilities meet the highest standards of safety, quality, compliance and customer service
• Help deliver strategic initiatives and continuous improvements

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Leisure Science/Recreation or Business/Commerce
• Extensive experience managing large aquatic and leisure facilities
• Current Pool Operations Certificate (WA), LIWA accreditation and Provide First Aid and CPR

Required skills

• Strong understanding of aquatic and leisure industry trends, technology and innovation
• Strong financial management capability, including scope development, procurement and contract oversight

What we offer

• Gross annual salary of $120,603 - $128,590, with 12% superannuation and the option to co-contribute up to 5%
• Health and wellbeing programmes, including a physical health reimbursement subsidy of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and EAP services
• Flexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and two extra paid days of absence per year
• Training and development, including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles

Applications are made online by 4pm on Monday 16 November 2026; candidates must also complete the online selection criteria. The City of Rockingham encourages applications from First Nations people, people with disability and people whose first language is not English.