Aquatic Team Leader

Aquatic Team Leader

Permanent Full Time

From $45.22 per hour plus statutory superannuation

Council is looking for a motivated person to oversee the coordination and operations of Council’s outdoor swimming pool facilities in full compliance with industry standards and guidelines, adopted policies, budget allocations and service standards.

In this role you will:

• Plan, develop, coordinate, facilitate and evaluate a range of programs, services and special events relevant to Council’s swimming pool facilities.
• Proactively engage with local user group, communities and committees to seek out opportunities to increase participation and attendance at Council pools and lakes.
• Contribute to the implementation of the Buloke Shire Council Aquatic Strategy and other key strategic documents in relation to aquatic and recreational facilities.
• Provide regular and comprehensive reporting on Council’s swimming pool facilities and operations.
• Carry out a broad range of administrative tasks, including staff rostering and inductions, as well as undertaking periodic audits and physical inspections of the swimming pools.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a relevant degree or diploma and some associated experience, or a lesser formal qualification with more extensive work experience and skills associated with the oversight of swimming pool facility operations.
• Have a Pool Operators Certificate, Pool Lifeguard Certificate, Level II First Aid or willingness to obtain these certificates.
• Experience in supervision of large seasonal team of Lifeguards, including provision of on-the-job training, within a multi-facility environment.
• Practical knowledge and application of Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations, and occupational health and safety guidelines relevant to pool operations.
• Have exceptional interpersonal skills to develop effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Have a sound understanding and knowledge of event planning and promotion, policy and programs within a local government environment.
• Have current Working with children check, Victorian Driver Licence, or other Australian state/territory equivalent, is essential and a satisfactory National Police Records check.

For a copy of the duties and responsibilities, download Council’s Position Description HERE or for a confidential discussion please contact Alycia O’Sullivan, Manager Community Partnerships, on 1300 520 520.

How to apply:

Applications marked ‘Confidential’ will be received until the 6th July 2025 and can be either emailed to recruitment@buloke.vic.gov.au or mailed to:

Human Resources

Buloke Shire Council

PO Box 1

Wycheproof  VIC  3527