Centre Manager - Leisure World

City of Gosnells
Thornlie, WA, Australia
A$127,034-A$134,217 p/a
Above market
Sport & Recreation → Management
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


Full time (76 hours per fortnight)

Nine-day fortnight option

Generous superannuation (up to 17%, conditions apply)

Free parking available onsite

Five weeks annual leave

Free access to Leisure World facilities

Health and Wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments, seasonal fitness and wellness sessions)

Access to health fund corporate discount

Salary range: $127,034 to $134,217 per annum plus super

About the City

The City of Gosnells serves a diverse community of approximately 145,000 residents. The City is a large local government in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About this position

Lead the Future of Leisure World

The City of Gosnells is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead the ongoing success and transformation of Leisure World. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the City's premier leisure facility, with a strong focus on driving centre and business improvement initiatives.

You will lead the planning and delivery of projects that enhance the facility, customer experience, safety, operational efficiency and long-term sustainability of the Centre. Working closely with stakeholders, contractors and the Leisure World community, you will ensure projects are delivered effectively and achieve measurable outcomes.

You will also provide strategic and operational leadership across the Centre's services, including aquatics, swim school, fitness, crèche and customer service. This includes responsibility for financial management, compliance, risk management, workforce leadership and service excellence.

What we are looking for

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

· Significant experience managing a large aquatic, recreation or leisure facility

· Demonstrated experience leading facility and business improvement projects

· Strong financial and commercial management skills

· Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of customer focus, accountability and continuous improvement

Essential requirements

Current Senior First Aid Qualification

Working with Children Check

Current Police Clearance (less than three months old) Please note: This is not essential to apply for the role but will be required at a later stage as it is an appointment condition

Desirable requirements

Tertiary qualification in Leisure, Recreation or Business Management

Pool Operators Certificate

In return we can offer you

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government.

Ready to apply?

For more information or to apply visit the City’s website.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362 for any questions.

Applications close at 4 pm on Thursday 27 August 2026.

Please note: The City reserves the right to invite candidates for an interview before the closing date.

The City of Gosnells embraces diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people and people with disability.


About City of Gosnells

Gosnells, WA, Australia
Government & Defence
501-1000 employees

The City of Gosnells tends to a booming population of almost 133,000 people, offering pleasurable residential living, whilst enriching the culture and capacity of the community.

The City is dedicated to continually meet the ever-changing needs of our centre, with a customer-oriented team that values sustainably supporting our expanding suburbs.

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