Assistant Operations Manager; Facility and Health & Safety Lead

About the Role

Location:

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry Department Warwick Sport. Position type:
Permanent. Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 per annum.

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Jonathan Fogarty, Recruitment Manager at [contact information].

• We will consider applications for employment on a part‑time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full‑time.

• This role will require an Enhanced DBS + Child's Barred List.
• If you are included on a Child's barred list, you will be breaking the law by applying for this role.

Warwick is consistently ranked as a top institution worldwide, with a thriving campus community and reputation for excellence.

Warwick Sport is looking for an Assistant Operations Manager to lead the day‑to‑day running of our sports facilities. You’ll ensure safe, efficient operations, oversee maintenance, and uphold health and safety standards, delivering an outstanding experience for students, staff, and visitors.

• Maintain high standards across indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Coordinate maintenance with Estates, grounds teams, and contractors.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments for compliance.
• Manage daily operations, staff rotas, and act as Duty Manager when needed.
• Lead health and safety, update risk assessments, and ensure staff training.
• Support events and competitions with logistics and staffing.
• Handle customer queries and complaints professionally.
• Maintain accurate records, contribute to planning, and monitor KPIs.
• Line manage Duty Managers and support recruitment and training.

• Experience in facility or operations management within leisure/sport.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance.
• Flexible to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

• First Aid, Health & Safety, IOSH or Pool Plant qualifications.
• Experience with booking systems and operational reporting.
• Understanding of inclusivity and accessibility in sport.

• Excellent Pension, Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• A vibrant, inclusive campus community
• A supportive, dynamic team committed to excellence and inclusivity
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including gym membership, pension scheme, and more

• Closing deadline:
  Tuesday 3rd March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time).

If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.