Aquatic Operations Coordinator

Belgravia Group; North Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free facility access

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Belgravia Leisure in Dickson Aquatic Centre, ACT, seeks an experienced Aquatic Operations Coordinator to lead safety-focused operations and support the Centre Manager in delivering efficient, compliant aquatic services.

The role emphasizes hazard prevention, risk assessments, incident investigations, and maintaining emergency equipment, all while upholding a culture of workplace safety and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated safety-focused leadership.
• Experience in aquatic operations or similar facilities.
• Knowledge of WHS/OHS legislation and requirements.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement controls.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate hazard prevention and safety initiatives across the facility.
• Conduct hazard inspections, risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor safety, risk and environmental performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Support incident and accident investigations.
• Ensure emergency equipment is maintained and operational at all times.
• Maintain accurate compliance and safety records.

Skills

Safety leadership

Hazard assessment

Workplace safety

Incident investigations

Operations coordination

Customer service

Education

Current Pool Lifeguard Qualification

First Aid Certificate

Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Pool Operator Qualification

OH&S qualification/training

Job description

Aquatic Operations Coordinator

Dickson Aquatic Centre | ACT

Make a Splash in Aquatic Operations

Dickson Aquatic Centre is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Aquatic Operations Coordinator to join our leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aquatic professional who is passionate about safety, risk management and operational excellence. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant and welcoming environment for our staff, members and visitors.

About the Role

As the Aquatic Operations Coordinator, you will support the Centre Manager in delivering safe and efficient aquatic operations while driving a strong culture of workplace health and safety. This is a full time permanent role.

• Coordinate hazard prevention and safety initiatives across the facility.
• Conduct hazard inspections, risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor safety, risk and environmental performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Support incident and accident investigations.
• Ensure emergency equipment is maintained and operational at all times.
• Maintain accurate compliance and safety records.

About You

You are a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced aquatic environment and understands the importance of safety, compliance and exceptional customer service.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Working with Children Check (or equivalent).
• National Police Check.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of WHS/OHS legislation and requirements.
• Pool Operator Qualification.
• Occupational Health & Safety qualification or training.

Why Join Us?

• Work within a leading aquatic and leisure organisation.
• Support your local community through safe and inclusive aquatic programs.
• Be part of a passionate and supportive team.
• Diverse work environment with opportunities for career growth.

THE PERKS

• Free facility access to all team members
• On-going learning and development

Location

Dickson Aquatic Centre, ACT

The Company

Belgravia Leisureis part of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group (BHLG) and is the fastest growing leisure organisation in Australia. Our core areas of business and facilities stewardship include health clubs, wellness and spa, golf, aquatic and sporting venues in 250 locations across Australia and New Zealand.

We are in an exciting period of growth and look to continue to diversify and deliver results while being a strong community citizen. With an annual turnover in excess of $180m, the group are looking for the best and brightest to assist with taking the organisation into the future.

We value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability.

We are committed to providing a child safe environment. Please refer to ourchild safety framework. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a national police check and a Working with Children check.

https://belgraviagroup.com.au/childsafe#statement

We will provide innovative recruitment strategies to remove any barriers that may prevent potential suitable applicants. These includes:

• A dedicated contact person to receive expressions of interest in the job and complete a verbal job application during which the person answers questions over the telephone.
• Allowing a short video submission describing their application for the job
• Allowing a support person during an interview