Team Leader Aquatics

City of Greater Geraldton; Geraldton; Vor Ort; AUD 88.000 - 108.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Superannuation

Annual Leave

Flexible work

Career opportunities

Zusammenfassung

The City of Greater Geraldton is seeking a Team Leader Aquatics to manage daily operations of its aquatic facilities in Geraldton. You will supervise lifeguards and staff, ensure safety standards are met, and deliver high-quality customer service.

You will recruit, train and manage staff rosters, coordinate space usage, and oversee pool plant operation. This role requires pre-employment medical screening and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in aquatic facility operations.
• Lifeguard and pool operations qualifications preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.

Aufgaben

• Supervise patrons around the pool and surrounding areas to maintain safety and enjoyable experience.
• Recruit, train and manage lifeguards and aquatic staff; prepare rosters for all hours.
• Coordinate pool space usage and ensure clear signage and roped-off areas.
• Oversee emergency response and align with policies, guidelines and industry standards.
• Assist with operation of Foreshore Water Park and Doc Docherty Swimming Pool as needed.

Jobbeschreibung

The Team Leader Aquatics is responsible for supporting the efficient daily operation of aquatic facilities by supervising staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and delivering high-quality customer service. This role provides leadership to lifeguards and aquatic staff, oversees the maintenance and safe operation of pool plant and equipment, and is responsible for the recruitment, training, and performance management of lifeguards.

Key accountabilities

• Supervise patrons around the pool and associated areas and ensure centre policies are being adhered to, to facilitate a safe and enjoyable leisure experience.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of qualified pool staff, including lifeguards and support personnel. Develop and maintain staff rosters to ensure adequate coverage across all operational hours.
• Coordinate and regulate the use of pool space by various user groups and ensure allocated areas are clearly roped off and marked with signage.
• Undertake supervision, rescues and emergency intervention in accordance with Aquarena policies and procedures, RLSWA guidelines for Safe Pool Operation and industry standards and practices.
• Assist with the operation of the Foreshore Water Park and Doc Docherty Swimming Pool where required.

Position requirements

The successful applicant will assist with the daily operations of the City's Aquatic Facilities. Candidates will hold the relevant qualifications and have previous experience working in Aquatic Facility operations.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits

The Team Leader Aquatics position has a salary starting from $98,231 per annum or $49.71 per hour, offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

• Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 27 Annual Leave days per annum
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER