Join us in shaping an outstanding sporting environment where UWA students can excel and experience the very best in sports. We're continuously evolving to meet the dynamic needs of our community, which is why we're expanding our team.
About UWA Sport Here at UWA Sport, our vision is to be regarded as the leading university in Australia for participation, performance and inclusion in sport.
We believe in the value of sport to individuals and communities. We provide meaningful sport and recreation experiences that provide value to the University and impact student recruitment, the student experience, graduate outcomes and community outreach.
The Opportunity The team of four Operations Managers at UWA Sport serves as the custodians of the user experience. Their primary focus is to manage UWA Sport facilities and programs to ensure users have the best possible experience. They are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all UWA Sport venues, including venue and facility management, staff supervision, facility maintenance, customer service, and health and safety.
The Operations Managers lead teams of customer service representatives, venue attendants, and trainee staff, all of whom work together to enhance the student experience through sport at UWA. As a team the Operations Managers develop and implement systems and processes to ensure daily operations run smoothly, safely and efficiently.
About You The ideal candidate for this position should possess extensive experience in managing venues/facilities, prioritising health and safety, and enhancing customer experience. They must have a passion for leading and motivating teams to achieve their best performance and to deliver the best outcomes for customers.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for the role, as the successful candidate will be required to develop positive relationships and resolve conflicts. They must be adept at maximising the benefits for students and customers with the ability to confidently manage emergency situations.
In addition, the candidate must be flexible and available to work across multiple venues and a 7-day roster in rotation across the team, weekend penalty rates apply (not included in the advertised base salary).
Why will you enjoy working at UWA Sport? Gym and Swim membershipPaid top-up parental leave Positive team environment Beautiful campus work environmentEssential Qualifications Relevant degree and/or significant experience in a similar roleNational Police Clearance. Working with Children Check. First Aid Certificate including CPRIf this sounds like an opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to submit:
A brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.A current CVFor further information regarding the role please visit UWA Sport.
Applications close on 1 November 2024, however, UWA Sport reserves the right to fill the position before this date. Contact Kate Campbell, [email protected] UWA Sport will contact only those who progress to interview due to the high level of expected applications. Previous applicants need not apply.
UWA Sport Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity. If you have any support requirements, we encourage you to advise us through the application process.