Pool Safety Officer

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 98.000 - 106.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

12% superannuation

Vehicle allowance

Fitness program

Health and wellbeing program

Novated lease options

Descripción de la vacante

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a Pool Safety Officer within the Environment and Regulation Unit to safeguard community safety through pool barrier inspections and compliance reporting.

You will manage customer requests, provide educational resources on pool safety, and contribute to the enforcement of the Swimming Pool Act and Australian Standards across the Sutherland Shire. The role is full-time, with 35 hours per week and a close collaboration within our team.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Customer service

Educación

Tertiary qualifications in building surveying or related discipline

Qualifications in swimming pool barrier compliance

Descripción del empleo

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.

Key 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.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

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

Remuneration & Benefits

• Package: $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.
• Hours of work: 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.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date.
• 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.

Candidate Screening and Conditions

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Contact

• 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.

Additional Information

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.