Swim Instructor

Council Jobs; Broadford; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell Shire Council in Victoria is seeking casual Aquatic Education Staff to educate a range of age groups on water safety and run engaging programs. The role supports safe patron environments and ensures facilities comply with health regulations.

The position operates seven days a week across Seymour and Kilmore Leisure Centres during the summer season, with hourly pay starting at 43.74 AUD plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Current Level 2 First Aid (HLTAID003)
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• AUSTSWIM or similar aquatic accreditation

Responsibilities

• Educate a range of age groups on water safety through fun, engaging programs.
• Support a safe, clean, hygienic environment for patrons and ensure facilities operate in accordance with health regulations.
• Help run Leisure Centre operations seven days a week, particularly during the summer season.

Job description

Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria’s last great story of growth.

Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we’re renowned for our scenic beauty that’s rich in both history and heritage. We’re home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia’s fastest-growing suburbs.

Come join a Local Government Organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for Community, Opportunity and Growth for the right applicant.

This is your opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with rapid population growth. In 2025 Mitchell Shire is home to 64,175 residents, it is forecast to grow to 221,636 by 2046.

About the Opportunity

A typical day in the role includes educating a range of age groups on water safety by the development of fun and engagement programs, supporting the provision of a safe environment for patrons, ensuring that the Aquatic Facilities operates in a clean, hygienic and safe manner in accordance with health regulations and public safety requirements. Our Leisure Centres operate seven (7) days a week with outdoor pools running through the Summer Season.

This is a casual opportunity with the hourly rate beginning at $43.74 (LSO Band 3) plus superannuation.

Positions are available at both Seymour and Kilmore Leisure Centres.

About You

You will be energetic, passionate and fun. You work well within a team, have outstanding communication skills and enjoy dealing with the public. You take initiative and are professional in your approach. You will possess a current level 2 first aid (HLTAID003, current Employee Working with Children Check and current AUSTSWIM or similar accreditation.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service and value water safety, this is a great opportunity for you! Come join our team today!

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For enquiries, please contact Bella Carlin, Aquatic Supervisor at ************@Mitchellshire.vic.gov.au or 03 5734 0***.

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Mitchell Shire Council are a Child Safe Organisation. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, prior to commencement. Mitchell Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace

Applications close at 5pm Thursday 31 December 2026.