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Manager - Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Full Time Fixed Term – 4 year contract (Perth based) 

The City of Cockburn is dynamic and rapidly growing. It provides its employees with generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits including:

• Vehicle with full private use
• Generous superannuation (up to 14%)
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Free gym membership and wellness programs
• Free parking

The City
Cockburn is one of the major coastal cities found in the state of Western Australia. With a current population of over 105,000, the City is an exciting place to be.

Situated just 22km south of the Perth CBD, Cockburn boasts an amazing coastline, beautiful beaches and parks, and is supported by a rich mix of community facilities and diverse employment opportunities.

The Position
The City is looking for a dynamic and progressive leader to play a pivotal role in the establishment and management of their industry leading Cockburn Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Perth. This exciting project provides a great opportunity for an experienced recreation professional to create a strong vision and implement strategic and operational objectives within the new facility. 

As the Manager - Aquatic and Recreation Centre you will oversee establishment, pre-opening planning, delivery, ongoing management, marketing, operation and development of the facility.

There will be a strong focus on planning and strategic alignment within an agreed operating budget, whilst ensuring compliance and quality requirements are met.

The successful applicant will possess; 

• Previous facility management experience at a senior level.
• Tertiary qualifications in recreation management or other relevant discipline.
• Tertiary and/or post graduate qualifications in management or other related discipline.
• Experience in the provision of a quality customer service environment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance systems.
• Knowledge or experience within the health, fitness and/or sports industry.
• Previous involvement with service contract management, preparation and procurement.
• Experience with maintaining major facilities or buildings.
• Previous facility establishment and commissioning experience (desirable).

Salary: An attractive remuneration package circa $120,000 - $150,000 per annum is on offer, depending on qualifications and experience.

Information: Rob Avard, Manager Recreation and Community Safety on 08 9411 3430.

To Apply: Please visit our website (www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/employment) and complete the online application.

Please read the position description and selection criteria for a full understanding of the role before applying. Please provide a comprehensive cover letter addressing the selection criteria. 

THIS VACANCY HAS NOW BEEN FILLED. Closing date was Friday 4th March 2016.

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to this date.

Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Cockburn values of Safety, Customer Service, Excellence, Accountability and Sustainability.

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