Applications Close on Sunday, 24 May 2026
- Leadership opportunity coordinating Council’s recreation centres and aquatic facilities
- Full time position commencing at $83,024 per annum
- 15% Employer Superannuation
- Work in one of Tasmania’s most beautiful regions, just 30 minutes from Hobart
The Role
As the Recreation Centres Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and operational oversight of Council’s recreation centres and aquatic facilities, including Port Huon Sports & Aquatic Centre, Huonville Swimming Pool, and Cygnet Sports Centre.
You will:
- Lead, mentor, and support facility teams across all three sites
- Drive service quality, financial performance, and community engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with sporting clubs, schools, and the broader Huon Valley community
- Oversee operational compliance, maintenance planning, and project delivery
What You will Bring:
You will bring:
- Proven leadership experience in recreation or aquatic facility management
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, community-focused environment
- Current Pool Lifeguard Accreditation, Working with Vulnerable People card, Level 2 First Aid Certificate, and a National Police Check (or the ability to obtain)
What’s on offer
- A leadership role with genuine scope to shape and develop high-quality recreation services for the Huon Valley community
- A culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and shared values
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to personalised development plans and ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to Apply
Does this sound like you?
To be considered for this role your application must include a resume, covering letter, and separate selection criteria document addressing your ability to meet the role requirements.
The preferred candidate will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check.
Applications that fail to address the selection criteria will not be considered.
For further information on this position, including a position description, visit www.huonvalley.tas.gov.au/jobs or contact Tim Hooper, Senior Manager Property & Recreation Services, on (03) 6264 0300.