Aquatic Supervisor

LiveHire Limited; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thrive Perks program

Health Assessments

Employee Assistance Program

Leadership development

Job summary

Quayclean in Victoria is seeking a Full-time Aquatic Supervisor to lead cleaning operations across our Aquatic and Leisure Sites. This hands-on role coordinates and trains the team, monitors performance, and maintains safety, quality and client communication across sites.

Working Monday to Friday, 6:00 PM–2:00 AM, you will travel between sites (company vehicle provided) and support the Regional Manager to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cleaning teams in aquatic or wet-area facilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to assist with cleaning duties when required.
• Eligibility to work in Australia; valid driver’s license; police check; Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train and supervise Team Leaders and cleaning staff across aquatic sites, including night operations.
• Coordinate daily cleaning duties and ensure work aligns with contract scope and schedules.
• Monitor attendance, timesheets and performance; provide coaching and support.
• Prepare rosters and manage labour budgets within approved limits.
• Maintain safety, PPE, chemical handling and hygiene compliance.
• Liaise with client, site representatives and management; prepare site reports and audits.

Skills

Team Leadership

Cleaning Supervision

Communication

Problem Solving

Hands-on

Site Travel

Job description

At Quayclean, we are all about people! We are a team of over 5000, responsible for the delivery of cleaning, sustainability management & specialty services throughout Australia.

We are focused on creating real career opportunities for our people and we are crazy about ‘Making our Customers look Great’! Working within some of Australia’s most iconic venues and facilities, Quayclean has experienced exponential growth in recent years. We are committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel supported, appreciated and accepted.

About the Role

We are looking for a Full-time Aquatic Supervisor to lead cleaning operations across our Aquatic & Leisure Sites in Victoria.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the safe, efficient and consistent delivery of cleaning services across allocated aquatic and leisure facilities. You will take ownership of the day-to-day cleaning operation, including coordinating and training the cleaning team, monitoring performance, conducting quality inspections, and maintaining strong communication with Quayclean management and the client.

As a key point of contact for operational issues, you will work closely with the Regional Manager, clients and team members to drive service quality, accountability and continuous improvement.

This role operates Monday to Friday on afternoon and night shifts, from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM. Work locations vary daily, as the role requires travel between different sites, and a company vehicle will be provided.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading, training and supervising Team Leaders and cleaning team members across different aquatic and leisure sites, including night operations
• Coordinating daily cleaning duties and ensuring work is completed in line with the contract scope and cleaning schedules
• Working hands-on alongside the team and assisting with cleaning duties where required
• Preparing and monitoring rosters to ensure adequate coverage within approved labour budgets
• Monitoring team attendance, timesheets, performance and completion of assigned tasks
• Providing ongoing training, coaching and support to new and existing team members
• Conducting regular toolbox talks and ensuring the team follows safety, PPE, chemical and hygiene requirements
• Monitoring cleaning equipment, consumables and stock levels, and ensuring equipment is appropriately maintained and chemicals are stored safely
• Maintaining strong communication with the client, site representatives and Quayclean management
• Completing required site reports, quality and safety audits, checklists and operational documentation

What You'll Bring

• Previous cleaning experience, with supervisory or team leadership experience highly regarded
• Experience in wet-area or aquatic facility cleaning (highly desirable)
• Confidence in leading, training and motivating a team in a busy operational environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• A hands-on approach and willingness to assist with cleaning duties when required
• Good organisational skills and the ability to coordinate a large team across different shifts and sites
• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Current Police Check
• Current Working with Children Check
• Valid Australian driver's license

What You'll Get

• Enjoy everyday savings with exclusive discounts and cashback through Quayclean’s Thrive Perks program, featuring hundreds of popular retailers.
• Support your health and wellbeing with access to Health By Design and personalised individual health assessments.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential support for mental health, wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Join a supportive team with opportunities to develop your leadership and operational experience.

If you're an experienced cleaning supervisor who enjoys leading from the front and is ready to take ownership of cleaning operations across our Aquatic & Leisure Sites, we'd love to hear from you.

Quayclean is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all abilities, particularly First Nations Peoples, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.