Aquatic Coordinator

City of Hobart; Hobart; Presencial; AUD 94.000 - 97.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Above Award wages + 13.5% superann

Flexible work arrangements

Leave entitlements

Health & Wellness programs

Discounted aquatics centre membership

Additional leave after 12 months

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Health Plan discounts

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Hobart is seeking an experienced Aquatic Coordinator at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre in Hobart. The role focuses on coordinating and supervising day-to-day aquatic programs, ensuring safety, compliance, and high-quality customer service.

You will lead staff, develop programs, manage budgets and engage with schools and the community to continuously improve services. AUSTSWIM certification and current regulatory registrations are required.

Formación

• Aquatic teaching qualification (AUSTSWIM) required.
• Bronze Medallion certification.
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID009.
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• A current Driver Licence.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate day-to-day delivery of aquatic programs, including school swimming and youth programs.
• Lead, train, mentor and roster aquatic staff for safe, professional delivery.
• Develop and improve aquatic programs, procedures and quality processes while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Provide professional advice on aquatic trends, budgeting, and program fees/charges.
• Promote aquatic services and ensure accurate, consistent information to customers.

Educación

AUSTSWIM

Bronze Medallion

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID009

Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People

Driver Licence

Descripción del empleo

Group and Team

Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre

Location

DKHAC

Employment status

Temporary (12 months) Full-time 1.0 FTE - Vacancy 22 March 2027

Classification

Municipal Officer Level 3

Agreement

Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024

Salary range

$93,872 to $96,788 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About The Role

This role contributes to the success of the City by coordinating and providing technical support for the day-to-day supervision, programming and delivery of aquatic programs at the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre, with a strong focus on compliance, customer engagement, consistent service delivery and continuous improvement.

Role Accountabilities Include

• Coordinating the day-to-day delivery of aquatic programs, including school swimming, Guardian, Child and Adult Aquatic programs, client assessments and aquatic staff supervision.
• Leading, training, mentoring and rostering aquatic staff to support the safe, effective and professional delivery of programs and services.
• Developing and improving aquatic programs, procedures and quality processes while ensuring compliance with relevant safety requirements, industry standards and organisational policies.
• Providing professional advice on aquatic industry trends, programming, budget projections, fees and charges.
• Supporting the promotion of aquatic services and ensuring customers receive accurate and consistent information about available programs and products.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Aquatic Coordinator Position Description

About You

You are an experienced aquatic professional with strong industry knowledge and demonstrated experience coordinating programs and supporting the performance and development of staff.

You will bring well-developed planning, scheduling and people leadership skills, together with the ability to maintain high standards of safety, compliance and customer service. You are confident in developing and improving processes, managing competing priorities and leading a team through change and continuous improvement.

You will also have strong communication and report-writing skills and be able to work collaboratively with staff, customers, schools and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• An aquatic teaching qualification such as AUSTSWIM
• Bronze Medallion certification
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID009
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People
• A current Driver Licence

About Us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And Offer

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

Applications close

11:59 pm Sunday 22 November 2026.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.