Operations Supervisor (Health & Safety).

Residences, Sports & Community Services

Location:  

Jubilee Sports Campus

Salary:  

£26,396 to £31,411
Per annum

Closing Date:  

Friday 11 November 2022

Reference:  

2015422FB

Salary £26,396 + 10% shift allowance

The University is investing over £40million in our sports facilities across our campuses, so it is an exciting time to be joining the Southampton Sport team. Our mission is to develop a healthy, happy, successful community across the University of Southampton, aiming to see at least 75% of our population active by 2025.

As an Operational Supervisor you will be a key part in ensuring that the compliance and health and safety standards are monitored and maintained across our provision, which include the Jubilee Sports Centre, Wide Lane Sports Grounds and Watersports Centre. You will work closely with the Operations Manager and support in the responsibility of ensuring that staffing levels are maintained to deliver a high-level of service to our customers. 

Think you could do this role? Then please read on

Part of the role will include:

Organising and coordinating the daily operations of the sports facilities and uphold the customer service excellence plan. Ensuring risk management plans are adhered to, across the department.

Line management of direct reports, exercising good people management practices including mentoring, coaching, training, advice and guidance, as necessary.

Ensuring the delivery of Health and Safety inductions for all staff within sport. The Operations Supervisor Health and Safety is also responsible for liaising with other Supervisors within Sport to ensure all staff training is complete.

Supporting the vison of sport through contributing to the formulation and delivery of the Sports strategy. 

You will be qualified with a Pool Plant Operator qualification, a current NPLQ qualification, and First Aid qualification; we would consider investing in the right candidate, so do not let this expectation put you off. Relevant experience in the fitness, sport and leisure industry is essential, along with the experience of managing team members and the ability to think on your feet when situations arise.

As an Operational Supervisor you will be required to work early and late shifts, including weekends, as they will be a key holder, supporting our seven-day service.

Interview process: Interviews will include the delivery of a fitness class and interview.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received.

Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

To apply please email David Masters – [email protected] with your CV and covering letter.

We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society. We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity. 

Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.