The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

Dive into Excellence! Join our Award-Winning Team as an Aquatic Supervisor!

Are you passionate about aquatic facilities and community service? The Town of Port Hedland is seeking an experienced and dynamic Aquatic Supervisor to lead our team and manage the operations of our esteemed aquatic centres. This is your chance to dive into a meaningful role that impacts the community and enhances the quality of our aquatic services.

As the Aquatic Supervisor, you will be at the forefront of ensuring operational excellence and the highest safety standards. We're seeking a leader with a strong focus on safety, customer experience, and people management with relevant qualifications and experience in aquatic facility management. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of pool plant and aquatic facilities.
• Ensuring patron safety and delivering an exceptional experience to all visitors.
• Maintaining the operation of plant equipment and facilities to the best standards.
• Providing leadership, direction, and support to a team of Aquatic Duty Managers, Lifeguards, and Pool Attendants.
• Managing staff rosters, professional development, and re-accreditation of certifications.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding role in a community focused environment, working with an experienced team across the Recreation and Leisure department.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including training and re-accreditation.
• Fixed-term opportunity: A chance to be considered for a fixed-term secondment as Coordinator Aquatic Operations (up to 12-months, Level 6), overseeing the overall management of the Town's Aquatic Facilities.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• National Police Clearance.
• Current 'C' class driver's licence.
• Rights to work in Australia.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Royal Life Saving Society Pool Lifeguard Certificate.
• Pool Manager's Certificate of Competency or other Health Department of Western Australia endorsed qualification, that enables you to operate a public swimming pool.
• Leisure Institute of WA (LIWA) Accreditation (or willing to obtain).
• Certificate to 'Operate Self-contained Breathing Apparatus in an Aquatic Facility' (or willing to obtain).
• Tertiary qualification in recreation, fitness, education programming or similar with demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Six weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes etc.)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid parental leave