About the role

Construction works have commenced for the highly anticipated Swan Active Ellenbrook. We are looking for an experienced, innovative and people focused leader to manage the establishment, launch and operations of this premier aquatic and recreation facility.

The $145M regional aquatic and recreation facility is the City of Swan’s largest project. Located in the heart of Ellenbrook, adjacent to the METRONET Ellenbrook Station it will serve the rapidly growing community in Perth’s eastern corridor.

The Leisure Centre Manager will inspire and nurture a high performing team culture and develop effective working relationships with stakeholders to ensure that the Swan Active programs, activities and services meet the current and future health and well-being needs of the community.

This rare and unique opportunity will allow you to showcase your experience, skills and innovation as we work together to connect our community, to fall in love with their new facility.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to;

• The effective planning, overall management and operations of one or multiple multifunctional leisure centre/s
• The position is required to manage projects across Swan Active facilities and service delivery and is responsible for budgets, assets, resources and staffing for centre/s in line with the City's strategic direction
• The position requires well established and highly effective communication and interpersonal skills in order to successfully interact, influence and negotiate successful solutions with a wide range of internal and external customers
• Oversee all aspects of occupational health and safety, risk management and statutory compliance associated with the centre/s operations and service delivery
• Champion the City of Swan and Swan Active vision, purpose and values ensuring that behaviour reflective of these is modelled, encouraged and recognised.

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Degree in Leisure/Recreation Services Management, Business Management or similar industry experience
• Substantial experience managing a multi-functional leisure facility including a diverse range of programs and services.
• Current Senior First Aid
• Pool Managers Certificate and current Industry Accreditation
• Current ‘C’ Class Drivers licence
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The salary for this position will be from $126,154.59 to $146,964.04 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant and commute use of a fully maintained City vehicle.

You will also enjoy benefits including

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 19-day month
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jarrad Mohr directly on 0437 410 042.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on 9267 9039.

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025 4PM AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.

*No agencies please.