Manager Banyule Leisure

Banyule Leisure exists to help MORE of the community, to be more ACTIVE, more OFTEN. Transform Recreation Experiences – Lead Banyule’s Leisure Facilities to New Heights

As the Manager Banyule Leisure you'll lead one of Melbourne’ s best internal Leisure management teams across three unique facilities each with its own exciting opportunities and challenges.

Why you'll love this role

With over 150 staff and a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and community participation we’re looking for a passionate leader to help guide us with your strategic insight and experiences so we can get the best outcomes for community. You’ll lead the people, operations and strategic development of our facilities during an exciting period of transformation.

To find out a little more please take a look at the candidate information pack.

At Banyule City Council, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and future-focused workplace. Together, we’ll create an environment where everyone can live, work, and thrive.

What you will do

• Drive Strategy: Implement innovative programs and partnerships to elevate Banyule Leisure’s offerings.
• Lead Redevelopment: Play a key role in the IAC’s aquatics redevelopment, consider vision and future options for Olympic Leisure Centre and build on the delivering state-of-the-art facilities.
• Inspire Teams: Foster a positive culture where staff feel supported to innovate and adapt.
• Enhance Community Impact and Elevate participation in Physical activity: Put community health and wellbeing at the forefront of everything we do.

What you'll bring/what we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

• Expertise in leisure facility management, innovation, and community engagement.
• Proven ability to motivate and develop diverse teams.
• Experience managing budgets, capital projects, and compliance requirements.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and health outcomes
• Tertiary qualifications in Sports Management, Recreation, or related disciplines, plus relevant experience.

Pre-employment requirements

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) (Previously known as a police check)
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Psychometric Assessment

We offer:

• A leadership role where you can drive meaningful impact and elevate Banyule’s Leisure Facilities and Services
• A competitive remuneration package and a contract of 3-5 years will be negotiated with the successful candidate
• Opportunities to lead initiatives and enhance operational delivery of our services
• A collaborative, inclusive, and progressive work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/2 weeks of paid parental leave - partner

Ready to make an impact?

Make waves in Leisure Management – shape the future of Banyule’s Aquatic and Sports Centres - apply now and take the next step in your career as our Manager Banyule Leisure. For more information, please see the candidate information pack.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum of two pages) setting out your achievements aligned to the 'what you'll bring/what we are looking for' section of the advert. For more information about this position please view the position description and candidate information pack. For a confidential discussion, we encourage you to contact Natalie Ige on 03 9957 6871 or Simon Warren on 03 9422 6125.

Applications close: Sunday, 2 February 2025 at 11:45 PM.

Why choose Banyule?

At Banyule City Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Set high standards for safety and operational success at the Depot.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over 130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.

We are handling this recruitment process in-house and will not require assistance from agencies at this time.