City of Canning

Team Leader Aquatics

Dive into an Exciting Opportunity: Lead Our Thriving Aquatics Team!

You may have noticed several open recruitment positions – and there’s a great reason for it! We’ve just completed an exciting restructure within our Leisureplex facilities, leading to well-deserved internal promotions and the creation of new roles.

About the role

Are you ready to take the plunge into a rewarding leadership role that blends your passion for aquatics with your expertise in team and facility management?  We have a full-time, permanent opportunity to step into the driver’s seat of our Aquatics team at Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes!

Reporting to the Coordinator Operations, this is your chance to lead a dynamic team and ensure excellence in everything from aquatic operations and pool plant maintenance, to delivering top tier customer service in two of the cities bustling leisure destinations.

What you’ll be doing

In this pivotal role, you will oversee day-to-day management of aquatic operations, ensuring that our facilities are running like a well-oiled machine. From the maintenance of our pool plants to the seamless execution of aquatic programs, you’ll be the go-to leader ensuring excellence across the board. Whether it’s coordinating the safety and wellbeing of our patrons or ensuring the team is providing exceptional customer service, your leadership will be key to creating an outstanding aquatic experience.

What we are looking for

Make a Splash in the Community: Lead the aquatic team in one of the most exciting and high energy environments, directly impacting the communities health and enjoyment.

Hands on Leadership: Be at the forefront of innovation, safety and operational excellence, with plenty of opportunities to leave your mark on the Leisureplexes.

Dynamic Work Environment – No two days are the same! You’ll thrive in a fast paced, high-energy environment that offers challenges and rewards at every turn.

Grow and Shine: use your leadership skills to elevate your career and lead the aquatics team in making waves of difference at Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes.

About you

• Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse team, manage for performance, and motivate and inspire staff
• In-depth knowledge of pool and plant operations, water quality management, and aquatic safety standards
• Experience in preparing budgets, reports and monitoring and controlling costs
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment, and make quick and informed decisions in emergency situations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong customer service orientation
• Current Pool Operations Certificate (Aquatic Technical Operations)
• LIWA Accreditation

Why apply for this role?

• A permanent, full-time position in a Tier-1 local government!
• Monthly rostered day off or 9-Day fortnight* (*subject to final signoff of Industrial Agreement due early 2025.)
• $83,865.00 - $93,875.47 per annum + 11.5% super
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing program and initiatives, including wellness seminars, discounted health insurance, flu vaccination and financial health checks
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Genuine commitment to learning and development
• Membership to Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description and complete an application, visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY” (Resume & Cover letter PDF format preferred). You may also contact Jae Kilgour, Coordinator Operations on 0481 094 358 to discuss this exciting opportunity.

Applications are open until 4pm, Sunday 16 March 2025.  We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.