Real ownership to lead, shape and grow your own venue
Career growth with a supportive, people-first leadership team
A purpose-led culture where the Flips Factor is celebrated
Fish N Flips is looking for an energetic, people-focused
Swim School Manager
to lead our Riverside Gardens venue.
If you love developing people, creating memorable family experiences and bringing plenty of energy to pool deck, this is your opportunity to lead a swim school that does things a little differently.
At Fish N Flips, we combine structured skill development with imaginative, play-based learning to spark a lifelong love of swimming. Our Swim School Manager brings that experience to life, through their Crew, their Little Fish and every family who walks through the door.
And we're looking for a leader with the
Flips Factor
to bring it all to life.
Why You'll Love Fish N Flips
Swim School Manager
Location: Riverside Gardens, Townsville QLD
Fish N Flips is looking for an energetic, people-focused
Swim School Manager
to lead our Riverside Gardens venue.
If you love developing people, creating memorable family experiences and bringing plenty of energy to pool deck, this is your opportunity to lead a swim school that does things a little differently.
At Fish N Flips, we combine structured skill development with imaginative, play-based learning to spark a lifelong love of swimming. Our Swim School Manager brings that experience to life, through their Crew, their Little Fish and every family who walks through the door.
And we're looking for a leader with the
Flips Factor
to bring it all to life.
Why You'll Love Fish N Flips
We lead with play-based purpose
Our structured curriculum is grounded in skill development and brought to life through play.



It's how we build confident swimmers while making learning something Little Fish genuinely look forward to.
We celebrate connection
From Crew shoutouts to Little Fish milestones, we believe great swim schools are built through meaningful moments, strong relationships and people who care.
You'll have real ownership
You'll lead the performance, culture and customer experience of your venue, with the freedom to bring fresh ideas, solve problems and find a better way.
We believe in hands-on leadership
Our leaders don't manage from the sidelines. You'll be visible on pool deck, teaching, coaching your Crew, connecting with families and jumping in when your team needs you.
We grow our people
We want our Flips Crew to keep learning, progressing and building confidence. You'll play a big part in coaching that growth while developing your own leadership career.
About the Role
As
Swim School Manager
, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day success of Fish N Flips Riverside Gardens.
You'll lead a high-performing Flips Crew, grow enrolments, build strong relationships with families and make sure every Little Fish receives a safe, structured and highly engaging learning experience.
This is a
hands-on leadership role
.
You'll teach. You'll coach. You'll problem-solve. You'll talk with families. You'll develop your Crew. You'll know what's happening across your venue and step in wherever you can make a difference.
You'll lead from the front and set the standard for what outstanding looks like.




Have you got the Flips Factor?
You've led people in swim schools, aquatics, education, children's programs or another customer-focused workplace
You believe great leaders are present, visible and willing to jump in
You're confident coaching and developing others
You bring energy, warmth and personality
You take ownership and follow things through
You're organised, proactive and solution-focused
You're organised, proactive and solution-focused
You care about both people and performance
You naturally look for a better way
You know how to have fun while still holding a high standard
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
You'll need to hold, or be willing to obtain and maintain:
Current Blue Card
Current CPR qualification
Current First Aiden qualification
Recognised Teacher(s) Food ???
Keeping qualifications and child-safety requirements current is an important part of working with Fish N Flips.
Our Commitment to Safety
At Fish N Flips, safety is never left to chance.
We partner with
Child Safeguard
to uphold strong standards of child safety and protection across every Fish N Flips venue.
As Swim School Manager, you'll play an important part in creating an environment where our Little Fish, families and Flips Crew feel safe, supported and respected.
Because
safety is no accident.
Why This Role Matters
You'll shape the culture, performance and family experience at Fish N Flips Riverside Gardens — creating a place where Little Fish love to learn and Flips Crew love to work.
Sound like your kind of splash?
Let's Get Swimming.
Location: Douglas Townsville, QLD, Australia
Category: Site Management
Position Type: Permanent
Job Reference: SB******
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📌 Swim School Manager (Victoria)
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📍 Victoria