Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
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- Step into a rewarding role with the Aquatics and Learn to Swim Team
- Full time opportunity
- $81,188 - $93,494 per annum plus superannuation (dependent on experience)
- Location: Waves Leisure Centre and the new Mordi Aquatic Centre
Our Aquatic & Leisure Team is dedicated to providing safe, accessible, and engaging aquatic experiences for our diverse community, managing multiple facilities and programs that promote health, wellbeing, and social connection.
We are looking for a dynamic Assistant Aquatics Coordinator to join our Aquatic & Leisure Team. Reporting to the Aquatics Coordinator, your role is to:
• Support the coordination and delivery of aquatic programs, including swimming lessons, water safety initiatives, and community events
• Assist in facility operations management, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Collaborate with team members to develop inclusive programming that meets diverse community needs
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to facility users and program participants
Other Responsibilities include
- Assist the Coordinator to promote and deliver aquatic programs and services targeted at improving health and wellbeing outcomes, increasing aquatic skills and experience and maximising opportunities for fun and recreation
- Deliver excellent customer service and experiences, encouraging good communication and engagement in accordance with centre policies and processes
- Maintain an awareness of industry trends and community demand that may impact aquatic facilities, programs and services
- Maintain good administrative systems and processes to support to delivery of aquatic facilities programs and services
- Assist in the coordination of community education programs in conjunction with appropriate Council departments
We are looking for someone with:
• Experience in aquatic operations, recreation programming, or customer service environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage diverse community members
• Knowledge of pool operations, safety procedures, and relevant regulations (training provided)
• Relevant qualifications in aquatics, recreation, or related field (or willingness to obtain)
- Relevant experience in the supervision and delivery of aquatic programs and services.
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Certificate and AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant & Preschool Aquatics Certificate (or equivalent)
- Level 2 first aid and CPR certificate
- A tertiary qualification is desirable
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of:
We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.
All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
Enquiries:
For any inquiries about the position, please contact Amanda Maher at amanda.maher@kingston.vic.gov.au
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Benefits of Working at Kingston
At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
- Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
- Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
- Close to Public transport
- Free Onsite parking
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
