Casual Duty Manager

• Casual opportunity at Reservoir Leisure Centre
• $47.33 per hour plus superannuation
• Lead a dynamic team in a community-focused aquatic and leisure facility

Lead daily operations, inspire teams, and help deliver safe, high-quality aquatic and leisure experiences for the Darebin community.

About the role:

Reservoir Leisure Centre is seeking experienced and motivated Duty Managers to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Centre. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring the facility operates safely, efficiently, and to the highest professional standards while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

You will lead teams, coordinate daily operations, manage aquatic plant systems and water quality, respond to incidents and emergencies, and ensure staff are supported to deliver outstanding service to our community.

You will:

• Ensure a safe, welcoming and professional environment for all patrons and staff.
• Lead and support employees during daily operations, including coordinating staff in the absence of Program Leaders.
• Manage pool plant operations, conduct water quality testing, and maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
• Respond to operational issues, customer feedback and emergency situations in accordance with Centre procedures.
• Monitor daily operations, complete reporting requirements and contribute to the continuous improvement of the Centre.

About you:

You are an experienced aquatic industry professional with strong leadership skills, excellent judgement and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.

You will bring:

• Experience supervising operations within an aquatic or leisure facility.
• Sound knowledge of pool plant operations and water quality management.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Current Pool Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR qualifications, and a current Working with Children Check.
• A commitment to safety, teamwork and providing exceptional customer service.

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.

Applications close on Thursday 20 August 2026 at 11.30pm. Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact Amir Fouladvandi, Program Leader Aquatic Operations on (03) 9496 1***.

Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.

All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.