Pool Safety Officer

Sutherland-Shire-Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Novated lease options

Job summary

The Pool Safety Officer at Sutherland Shire Council ensures community safety by conducting swimming pool barrier inspections and handling customer requests. You will provide educational resources to promote pool safety and actively ensure compliance with the Swimming Pool Act and Australian Standards within the Sutherland Shire.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and engage positively with residents.

Qualifications

• Class C Driver’s Licence is required.
• Experience in swimming pool barrier inspections and compliance reporting.
• Experience in dispute resolution and preparing compliance reports.
• Experience in preparing detailed compliance reports.

Responsibilities

• Engage in swimming pool safety inspections and compliance certification.
• Work collaboratively within a dedicated team to enhance community safety.
• Contribute to legislative compliance and public education initiatives.

Skills

Class C Driver’s Licence

Experience in pool inspections

Experience in dispute resolution

Education

Tertiary qualifications in building surveying/planning/building/engineering or related discipline

Job description

• Engage in swimming pool safety inspections and compliance certification.
• Work collaboratively within a dedicated team to enhance community safety.
• Contribute to legislative compliance and public education initiatives.

About Us

Join the Shire Planning Division, a vital part of the Sutherland Shire Council, dedicated to ensuring the community's health, safety, and well-being through effective environmental and building compliance.

Our Environment and Regulation Unit prioritises the protection and enhancement of local environmental standards across the Sutherland Shire area.

About The Role

The Pool Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring safety in the community by conducting swimming pool barrier inspections, managing customer requests, and providing educational resources to promote public awareness of pool safety.

The successful candidate will actively participate in ensuring compliance with the Swimming Pool Act and Australian Standards for swimming pool barrier safety within the Sutherland Shire.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise in swimming pool barrier compliance and a passion for community safety. You will need to demonstrate strong communication and critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Tertiary qualifications in building surveying, planning, building, engineering, qualifications in swimming pool barrier compliance or a related discipline and or demonstrated experience in swimming pool barrier compliance.
• Experience in swimming pool barrier inspections and compliance reporting.
• Experience in dispute resolution.
• Experience in preparing detailed compliance reports.

We are seeking a proactive individual who can work collaboratively within a team and engage positively with the community to enhance safety outcomes.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

Reach out to Christopher Freeman, Team Leader Building Regulations [e-mail] for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady, Talent Acquisition Business Partner [e-mail] can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.

About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches,stunning coastline,vibrant town centers,and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils inNSW,we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.

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• $97,609 - $106,395 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. In addition an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a. will be paid.
• Temporary Full-Time. Working 35 hours per week. You will have the option of a 19 day month with Council's ADO system (Accrued Day Off). Position expected to be available up to 26 December 2027.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.