Posted: 10/09/2026

Closing Date: 24/09/2026

Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00

Job Type: Full Time - Ongoing

Location: Doreen – Plenty Campus

Job Category: Professional Services

A school is built on the strength of its people.

Great people make great schools. People create culture.

At Ivanhoe Grammar School, our people create a culture of belonging. A place where ideas are heard and supported. Where you are encouraged to try something new. A place to feel included and valued.

Ivanhoe Grammar

School is a values-driven, co-educational independent school with a commitment to fostering a community where students, teachers and professional services staff can continually become the best version of themselves.

At Ivanhoe Grammar

School, we are always looking for great people to join our team. We are always seeking people who are energetic, collaborative and courageous.

Seeking an Aquatics Manager

We are seeking an experienced and capable leader to oversee the operation of our Aquatic Centre at Plenty Campus.

Located within Ivanhoe Grammar School's contemporary Coonawarra Wilam Aquatics Centre, this role is responsible for leading a diverse aquatic operation that supports school programs, Learn to Swim services, community engagement initiatives and commercial aquatic activities.

As a key member of the team, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the Centre, balancing facility management, people leadership and program delivery to create outstanding experiences for students, families and community users.

What You Will Do The Aquatics Manager oversees the operation of the Aquatic Centre, supporting school programs, community engagement and commercial aquatic services.





In This Role You Will

- Lead and develop a team of instructors, lifeguards and aquatic staff.
- Oversee the delivery of Learn to Swim, school-based aquatic programs and community activities.
- Manage aquatic bookings, staffing and resource allocation.
- Oversee facility compliance, water quality, plant operations and risk management requirements.
- Build positive relationships with students, families, staff and community users.
- Drive continuous improvement across programs, systems and service delivery.

Who You Are You're a capable and confident leader who enjoys balancing operational responsibilities with people leadership. You are customer-focused, highly organised and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same. You Have The Necessary Experience, Knowledge And Skills

- Demonstrated experience managing an aquatic centre, swim school, leisure facility or similar operation.
- Strong commercial acumen, with experience balancing customer experience, operational requirements and program sustainability.
- Experience leading and developing teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong operational, planning and problem-solving capability.




- Current Working with Children Check and relevant aquatic industry qualifications.

What We Offer You

- The opportunity to lead a growing Aquatic Centre within a leading independent school.
- A diverse leadership role spanning people, programs, operations and customer experience.
- Close collaboration with the Business Manager and Campus Leadership Team.
- A full-time Monday to Friday role (typically 9.00am to 5.30pm).
- A culture that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Access to purpose-built facilities and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students, families and the wider community.

Always seeking great people. Your move. Further information can be found by visiting the Ivanhoe Grammar School’s website – Careers - Ivanhoe Grammar School.

For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via [email protected].

Applications close Thursday, 24 August 2026 at 5pm.

Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.

Ivanhoe Grammar School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive setting where everyone is welcome to be themselves. We value student safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School’s policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy.

All successful academic applications will be requested to complete a Summary Document of Relevant Work Experience, evidenced through the submission of Statements of Service.

📌 Aquatics Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Ivanhoe Grammar School
📍 Melbourne