Operations Officer

Job location: Newtownards

Salary: SO1, SCP 23 - 25, £27,74 to £29,577 pro rata pa

Hours: 25

Worktime: To be confirmed.

Closing date: 04/02/2022

Employer: Ards and North Down Borough Council

Business: Local Government

Address: The Castle

Bangor

Postcode: BT20 4BT

Telephone: 0300 0133333

Website: www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk

Job Duties: The post holder will be required to assist with the management of Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing and Leisure Complex, Comber Leisure Centre, Portaferry Sports Centre, Whitespots and Londonderry Park within the Leisure remit, to ensure maximum utilisation. The post holder will be called on to deputise for the Assistant Manager and/ or Duty Manager as and when required. The post holder will also be expected to keep the lines of communication flowing between the centres and Leisure Services Manager and Head of Service in the absence of the Assistant Manager/ Duty Manager.Please refer to Council website for a full description of the duties

Qualifications / Experience: NVQ Level III in Sports or Leisure related discipline or equivalentNational Pool Lifeguard Qualification or equivalentPool Plant Operators or Spa Operators CertificateIf the above certification is not held candidates must agree to complete within 6 months of appointment. 3 year's experience in the Leisure IndustryExperience of using Leisure Management Software e.g. XN or other similar softwarePrevious supervisory experienceProven IT skills Excellent written and verbal communication skillsGood people management and motivational skillsGood customer focus skillsUnderstanding and appreciation of the needs of the publicFlexible approach to working hoursMust be able to work on a shift rota, which includes evenings, weekends and public holidaysPlease refer to Council website for Job Description*

Application Method: Apply online at www.ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk (please copy and paste this link into your browser)

Ref ST 12389

Other Information: Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through Council's GETGOT system. However, Council will consider requests for applications in hard copy & will provide alternative arrangements if possible.