Events Duty Manager

ABOUT THE LONDON AQUATICS CENTRE

As part of Sports and Leisure Management Ltd, Everyone Active are the longest-established leisure contractor in the UK, having been founded in 1987.

They have made it their purpose to work together in order to transform the wellbeing of communities in which they work. In order to achieve this, they have set out a programme of values by which they operate.

They are passionate about being active and staying healthy, and want members to be too. Whether it is state-of-the art gym equipment, excellent sports facilities, Swim England-accredited swimming programmes or fun activities for children, their centres aim to offer something for the entire community to enjoy.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a passionate, dynamic, and highly motivated individual to join the events team at The London Aquatic Centre in a diverse and exciting role comprising event operations, logistics and planning.

You will be expected organise the set up/down which typically involves following a pre-made plan of physical tasks to carry out, supervising lane ropes, backstroke flags, tables and chairs, timing equipment, branding and signage, and gazebos.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Overseeing third party events, set-ups, derigs, suppliers and contractors, ensuring high quality and smooth delivery.
• Overseeing operational standards and procedures, including health and safety, cleanliness, and quality.
• Building good relationships with clients to encourage repeat business.
• The ability to work successfully within a team and independently.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Experience working in event management and/or in the leisure sector.
• Must have a passion for events, ideally with experience and potentially in a pool/leisure environment.
• First aid trained (training potentially to be offered).

Interviews: Scheduled for 24th July 2025

Location: Stratford, London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London, E20 2ZQ