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Oliver Owen-Thomas

Fleet,Hampshire

Summary

Driven Senior Recreation Assistant with strengths in team leadership and operational oversight. Manages daily facility functions, ensuring compliance with safety standards and high-quality service delivery. Coaches junior staff to enhance performance and foster a culture of excellence. Extensive experience acting as a Duty Manager running day-to-day operations at a busy leisure centre.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Senior Recreation Assistant

Serco
Basingstoke, Hampshire
03.2026 - Current
  • Assisted the Duty Manager in the smooth running of each shift.
  • Conducted safety inspections of recreational equipment and areas to maintain strict safety standards.
  • Implemented energy-saving measures in recreational facilities, contributing to sustainability goals.

Regularly stepping up to be a Duty Manager when required, performing the following:

  • Oversaw daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, to ensure smooth running of the premises.
  • Addressed customer complaints with empathy and efficiency, resolving issues to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Led by example, demonstrating exceptional customer service and encouraging staff to deliver the same high standards.
  • Coached and mentored junior staff, developing confidence and competence for improved service delivery.
  • Used proactive problem-solving skills to resolve issues quickly and effectively, minimising operational disruption.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, including banking and safe management, to ensure financial security.
  • Managed team rotas effectively, guaranteeing optimal staffing levels during peak hours to maintain service quality.
  • Managed and motivated large teams of staff to deliver against daily operational targets.

Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard

Serco
Basingstoke, Hampshire
08.2025 - 03.2026
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in recreational areas to uphold high hygiene standards.
  • Created and maintained a positive, welcoming environment for all participants, fostering inclusivity.
  • Logged accidents and incidents quickly and accurately, detailing outcomes for future reference.
  • Attended regular first aid training courses, offering dependable medical assistance to child and adult swimmers.
  • Used outstanding communication abilities to inform swimmers of pool rules and regulations.
  • Closely monitored pool chemical levels, ensuring strict compliance with guidelines for optimised safety.
  • Conducted safety inspections of recreational equipment and areas to maintain strict safety standards.

Education

A-Levels -

Sixth Form College Farnborough
Farnborough
01-2025

GCSEs -

Sherfield School
Sherfield on Loddon
01-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team building
  • Safety compliance
  • Cash handling
  • Communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Staff motivation
  • Facility maintenance

Timeline

Senior Recreation Assistant

Serco
03.2026 - Current

Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard

Serco
08.2025 - 03.2026

A-Levels -

Sixth Form College Farnborough

GCSEs -

Sherfield School
Oliver Owen-Thomas