Casual Operations Supervisor

Inner West Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 108,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive employer

Job summary

Inner West Council is seeking a Casual Operations Supervisor to support the safe, efficient operation of its aquatic facilities. You will work with the Operations Team Leader to oversee pool operations, perform water quality checks, maintain records, and ensure high-quality customer service and safety compliance.

The role requires at least 2 years in a supervisory role, a willingness to obtain a Certificate III in Aquatics within 6 months, and current Lifeguard/First Aid qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Willing to obtain Certificate III in Aquatics within 6 months of employment.
• Demonstrated experience in swimming pool operations and supervision.
• Current Pool Lifeguard License, First Aid, Advanced Resuscitation, and Oxygen EquipmentTraining.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe, efficient operation of Council's aquatic facilities.
• Oversee pool operations and water quality checks.
• Maintain operational records and reports; deliver high-quality customer service.
• Support compliance with relevant legislation and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Pool operations

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Aquatics

Lifeguard License

First Aid Certification

CPR / Advanced Resuscitation

Job description

1d ago , from Our Mob - Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers

Inner West Council (IWC) is among Sydney’s larger local metropolitan local government councils looking after a community of 201,000 people living in some of the inner city’s most vibrant, creative, liveable, and diverse suburbs. As we continue to deliver quality, innovative, and inclusive programs and services, we invite you to join in on our journey towards becoming the best council for our community.

The community is at the heart of IWC, and our values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Compassion and Collaboration are at the centre of everything that we do.

We offer flexible career life balance with hours that allow you to relax and recharge. We offer a variety of flexible work arrangement options (e.g. flexible hours and working from home) where appropriate giving you even greater quality of work life balance.

Permanent employees benefit from our great value gym membership from $18.65/week giving access to a vast network of gyms in Sydney.

About the role

In the Casual Operations Supervisor role, you'll assist with supporting the safe, efficient and effective operation of Council's aquatic facilities. Working alongside the Operations Team Leader, you’ll oversee pool operations, conduct water quality and maintenance checks, maintain operational records and reports, deliver high-quality customer service, and support compliance with relevant legislation and safety requirements.

Remuneration

$38.01 per hour + 25% casual loading + 12% Superannuation

Some of the required skills, experience and qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years in a leadership or demonstrated supervisory qualities.
• Must be willing to obtain Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation with all the specific competencies in Aquatic Technical Operations or equivalent industry qualifications or equivalent within 6 months of employment
• Demonstrated experience in swimming pool operations and pool supervision.
• Current Pool Lifeguard License, Application of First Aid Certificate, Advanced Resuscitation, and Oxygen Equipment.
• Proven ability to take responsibility for safety of patrons

Enquiries

Jamie Dickson, Operations Team Leader at Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre on 02 9392 5***

Closing Date

Sunday 25 October 2026, 11:30PM

Eligibility for employment/Pre employment Checks

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks as requested for the position. This may include police records checks, certified copies of relevant qualifications, Driver's Licence and proof of work rights in Australia (please refer to the Position Description for the specific qualifications/requirements for the role). Copies of any sighted documents will be kept by IWC for its records as proof of verification.

Inner West Council is proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to reflecting the diversity of our community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, young people, and mature age workers.

This commitment to diversity and inclusion is one of the many reasons we were named the 2023 AR Bluett Award Winner as the most progressive council in NSW. We’re also proud recipients of the 2023 Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice and the 2025 NSW Local Government Excellence Award for Organisational Diversity and Inclusion.

Reasonable Adjustment Assistance

IWC are intent on respecting the rights and improving opportunities for people with disability. Should you require adjustments or support for your application and throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please for more information on reasonable adjustments

This job was originally advertised via Our Mob - The Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers.