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Kingborough Council
Information Package for Applicants
Position: Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre,
Position Number 000050
Employment Status: Ongoing, full-time, 38 hours per week
Unit: Kingborough Sports Centre
Contact Officer: Daniel Smee, Director Governance, Recreation and
Property, phone 03 6211 8200
Applications Close: Monday 21 February 2022
KINGBOROUGH COUNCIL
www.kingborough.tas.gov.au
Kingborough Sports Centre The Kingborough Sports Centre is owned and operated by the Kingborough Council and is one of the largest indoor sporting facilities in Tasmania. Located at Kingston View Drive, Kingston the Centre offers a wide range of fitness, sport and recreational facilities including a well-equipped fitness centre, group fitness room, sports stadiums, table tennis centre, martial arts and judo rooms, circus studio, basketball shot-lab, squash courts and gymnastics facilities. The Sports Centre is the home base for the high participation sports of basketball and netball via the Kingborough Netball Association and its affiliates, the Kingborough/Huon Basketball Association, the Hobart Chargers basketball club and Tasmania’s new NBL basketball team, the Jack Jumpers. The Centre also has a unique partnership with the Kingston High School. The Fitness Centre, located within the Sports Centre, provides a wide range of services including Group Fitness classes, quality strength, conditioning and cardio equipment, and personalised fitness mentoring and an Evolt 360 body scanner. The Fitness Centre is staffed by qualified group fitness personnel and personal trainers and is currently open 7 days a week. Further information is available on the website at https://www.kingborough.tas.gov.au/recreation- facilities/ksc-2/ Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 2 of 12
Position Advertisement
OPERATIONS MANAGER KINGBOROUGH SPORTS CENTRE
The Kingborough Sports Centre is operated by the Kingborough Council and offers a wide range of
recreational facilities including a well-equipped fitness centre, aerobics room, sports stadiums, squash
courts and gymnastics facilities. An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Manager to
lead the Sports Centre team. As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of the
operations of the Centre, including its business development and strategic direction. The successful
applicant will need to be able to demonstrate:
• Qualifications and/or experience relevant to the management of an indoor sporting facility;
• Experience in business development, including marketing and promotions;
• Experience in managing, motivating, and mentoring a multi-disciplinary team of fitness
professionals and administration staff; and
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work with a broad range of
stakeholders.
Further details: The position is full time and a salary in the range of $91,110 to $103,269 per annum,
plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution and 5 weeks annual leave. For more
information, contact Daniel Smee, Director Governance, Recreation and Property on 03 6211 8200.
Kingborough is an amazing place to live, work and play. If you want to help support the community
with their health and wellbeing goals, and have the skills, experience, and passion to lead and
motivate a diverse team, then we want to hear from you.
How to apply: A copy of the position description for this vacancy and information detailing
requirements for applications are available on Council's website www.kingborough.tas.gov.au. All
applications must include a document addressing the selection criteria and a current resume.
Applications close at 4pm on Monday 21 February 2022 and must be submitted online through the
Employment Portal on Council’s website.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 3 of 12Key Selection Criteria
OPERATIONS MANAGER, KINGBOROUGH SPORTS CENTRE
You must address these selection criteria in your written application
Essential
1. An appropriate vocational or tertiary qualification relevant to business management and/or
the operations of a sporting facility.
2. Demonstrated experience in the management of an indoor sporting facility.
3. Demonstrated ability to develop a strong performance culture and provide strategic
leadership within a team environment.
4. Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work with a broad range of
stakeholders.
5. Proven financial management skills together with experience in the development and
monitoring of budgets.
6. Competent computer skills and practical knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and web-based
applications applicable to the operation of a sporting centre.
7. Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written and proven problem-solving
ability.
8. Sound understanding of risk management principles and work health and safety practices in a
sports facility environment.
9. Sound time management skills, capacity to plan, organise and meet changing priorities
and objectives.
10. A Working with Vulnerable People (child related activity) check and a satisfactory National
Police check.
11. A recognised First Aid Certificate.
12. Current driver’s licence.
Desirable
13. Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of Local Government.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 4 of 12POSITION DESCRIPTION
OPERATIONS MANAGER, KINGBOROUGH SPORTS CENTRE
POSITION DETAILS
Position No. 000050 Department Governance & Community
Services
Employment Status Ongoing full time Location Kingborough Sports Centre
Unit Sports Centre Classification Sports Centre Executive
Officer Level 1
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The position is responsible for the efficient operation of the Kingborough Sports Centre, ensuring that
it continues to meet the needs of the community by providing a variety of indoor recreational and
sporting activities.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Centre Operations
Oversee the operations of the Centre and ensure that all activities, programs and events have
a business development focus and are conducted in line with Council’s strategic aims.
Develop and maintain a strong culture of quality customer service, continuous improvement
and efficient work practices within the Centre.
Ensure the implementation of Council policies and procedures with respect to human
resources, asset management, workplace health and safety and risk management.
Prepare and submit budget estimates, implement approved budgets, monitor expenditure
and report on exceptions.
Prepare and implement building maintenance and asset replacement plans for the Centre and
its equipment.
Oversee agreements for leased facilities within the Centre.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 5 of 12Risk Management and Work Health and Safety
Ensure that regular risk and safety inspections of scheduled to ensure safety compliance.
Ensure all work by staff and contractors is undertaken with compliance with WH&S policies
and duty of care obligations to staff, the public and Council. Where WHS non-conformance is
identified, take appropriate action to make the worksite safe and rectify unsafe or
substandard work practices.
In consultation with the WHS Advisor, investigate incidents to ensure appropriate follow up
action is taken.
Report all public liability and insurance claims to the Manager Finance.
Ensure that workers are provided with relevant WHS information and that they are trained
and competent in the relevant safety procedures as required.
Ensure that the Centre is well maintained and ensure appropriate induction and supervision of
contractors working onsite.
Business Development
Pursue opportunities to maximise the usage of the Centre and its income generating potential.
Drive the implementation of strategic initiatives that improve the performance of the Centre
as a business.
Monitor the performance of the Fitness Centre to ensure that it remains competitive within
the industry and that there is a balance between its business and community focus.
Review operating systems at the Centre and implement contemporary venue management
practices.
Promote the Centre as a venue for a diverse range of indoor events.
Undertake marketing of the Centre through a range of mediums, including social media.
Seek external sources of revenue for the activities of the Centre and upgrade of its facilities,
including sponsorship and grants.
Assist in the coordination of Centre activities within the broader operations of the
Kingborough Sports Centre Precinct.
Other Duties
• Assist in the planning, establishment and operation of the Sports Centre as an Emergency
Evacuation Centre as required.
• Provide an after-hours contact for Tas Fire Service and security.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 6 of 12• Undertake other duties as required/directed from time to time. An employee may be directed
to carry out such duties as are within the limits of the employee’s skills, competence and
training.
Work Health and Safety: To take reasonable care that your acts and omissions do not adversely
affect the health and safety of yourself or others in the workplace, to comply with any reasonable
instructions given to you by the Council and to comply with the requirements of any and all WHS
policies and procedures.
Authority and accountability: Employees at this level have management accountability for the
effective management of the Sports Centre and Precinct.
Judgment and problem solving: Employees at this level have a high level of independence and
determine and/or oversee the framework for problem solving or set strategic plans. The position
represents the employer in the resolution of problems relating to the operations of the Centre and the
Precinct.
ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reporting Relationships
1. Internal - This role will work predominantly with Sports Centre employees and liaises regularly
with Council employees providing support services to the Centre, e.g. Finance Department
and Governance and Community Services.
2. External - This role will communicate with Centre members, patrons, Sporting Clubs, event
organisers, consultants, contractors, businesses, State and Federal Government agencies and
visitors to the Sports Centre.
3. Direct Reports - This role reports to the Director Governance, Recreation & Property Services
or a delegated representative. The position directly supervises the Fitness Centre Team
Leader and Customer Services staff.
4. Indirect Reports - This role has overall management responsibility for all employees working
at the Kingborough Sports Centre.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 7 of 12QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
1. An appropriate vocational or tertiary qualification relevant to business management and/or
the operations of a sporting facility.
2. Demonstrated experience in the management of an indoor sporting facility.
3. Demonstrated ability to develop a strong performance culture and provide strategic
leadership within a team environment.
4. Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work with a broad range of
stakeholders.
5. Proven financial management skills together with experience in the development and
monitoring of budgets.
6. Competent computer skills and practical knowledge of Point-of-Sale systems and web-based
applications applicable to the operation of a sporting centre.
7. Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written and proven problem-solving
ability.
8. Sound understanding of risk management principles and work health and safety practices in a
sports facility environment.
9. Sound time management skills, capacity to plan, organise and meet changing priorities
and objectives.
10. A Working with Vulnerable People (child related activity) check and a satisfactory National
Police check.
11. A recognised First Aid Certificate.
12. Current driver’s licence.
Desirable
13. Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of Local Government.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 8 of 12Final Checklist for Applicants
Before sending in your application, use this checklist to make sure you have not missed out on
important details. In particular, check that you have:
Read the Position Description and the Selection Criteria Statement.
Included relevant information in relation to each of the Selection Criteria and attached
supporting relevant documents.
Your summary should provide information of your work history, responsibilities,
achievements, qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience which is directly related to
each of the selection criteria.
You need to forward your application to the address specified below by the closing date detailed in
the advertisement. Please ensure that your application includes:
A brief letter of introduction stating the reasons why you are seeking the position with the
Council.
A summary addressing each of the Selection Criteria.
A current copy of your resume.
Please note that a National Police check and Working with Vulnerable People accreditation are
required for this position.
How to apply:
Your application should be addressed “Confidential Job Application – Operations Manager,
Kingborough Sports Centre, Position Number 000050” and submitted online through the
Employment Portal on Council’s website at www.kingborough.tas.gov.au.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Kingborough Council. Applications close at 4pm
on Monday 21 February 2022.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 9 of 12Employee Entitlements and Benefits
Code of Conduct The Kingborough Council has a ‘Code of Conduct’ which
outlines the workplace behaviours that are fundamental to
our workplace culture. A copy of the Code is available on
Council’s website, https://www.kingborough.tas.gov.au/wp-
content/uploads/2020/11/Code-of-Conduct-Policy-2020.pdf
Employment Provisions The employment provisions for this position are in
accordance with the Kingborough Sports Centre Enterprise
Agreement No 1 of 2019 or its successor Agreement. A copy
of the Agreement is available on the Fair Work Commission
website, www.fwc.gov.au
Classification and Salary: This position is classified under the Enterprise Agreement as
KSC Executive Officer Level 1.
Employment Checks: To be employed in this position applicants must undergo
an employment-related background check/s and be
assessed as suitable to be able to ethically perform the
inherent requirements of this position.
Applicants must undergo a pre-employment functional
assessment and be assessed as being able to meet the
functional requirements of the position.
A National Police check and Working with Vulnerable
People check are required.
The duties of the position have the potential for the
incumbent to be 'at risk' as detailed in Council's Employee
Immunisation Administrative Policy. As a result, the
incumbent is required to be immunised in accordance
with Council's Staff Immunisation Program. (Vaccinations
for this role include Tetanus and Hepatitis A).
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 10 of 12Hours of Work: The position is offered on a full-time basis of 38 hours per
week on a roster basis. The Sports Centre operates Monday
to Sunday and employees may be required to work their
ordinary hours on any seven days of the week between 6am
and 11pm.
Leave Full time KSC employees are entitled to 5 weeks annual
leave and 10 days personal/carer’s leave per annum.
Thirteen (13) weeks long service leave is available after 10
years’ service and is transferable between Tasmanian
Councils.
Our employees may also ‘purchase’ an additional two
week’s annual leave.
Paid parental leave entitlements are available – 12 weeks for
the primary care giver and two weeks for the non-primary
carer giver after 12 months service.
Paid leave is also available for employees involved in
voluntary emergency services and for employees
experiencing family violence.
Superannuation Council meets the requirements of the Superannuation
Guarantee Act and currently contributes 12.5% as the
employer superannuation contribution to eligible
employees.
Health and Wellbeing Council supports and encourages an active and healthy work
environment and offers a workplace health and well-being
program. The program includes staff discounts at the
Kingborough Fitness Centre, free flu vaccinations, ergonomic
assessments, health and well-being presentations, as well as
a focus on mental health awareness and support.
Council also provides an Employee Assistance Program
which offers confidential and free counselling services for
employees.
Information Package for Applicants – Operations Manager, Kingborough Sports Centre Page 11 of 12Uniform and PPE Council supplies a uniform to KSC employees.
Other Employee Benefits Our employees have access to discounted health insurance
options through St Luke’s Health and the Local Government
Employees Health Plan.
LGAT Assist also provide low interest loans to Local
Government employees who are employed on an ongoing
(permanent) basis.
Work Health and Safety Work Health and Safety is an important element of our work
culture. Council takes workplace safety seriously and has
implemented policies and practices to support the Work
Health and Safety Act 2012, Regulations and Codes of
Practice. Council conducts compulsory random alcohol and
other drugs testing to ensure all staff are fit for work.
Induction All employees undertake an induction as part of the
probation period, which is tailored to the work environment
and position.
HR information For any general enquiries about Council’s HR or recruitment
procedures, please contact the Organisational Development
team on recruitment@kingborough.tas.gov.au or (03) 6211
8200.
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