Aquatic Operations Officer

Position No: 117/2022
Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Part time Maximum Term Contract for 30 hours per week until 30 June 2023

• Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
• We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.
• We embrace flexible working conditions and are always open to discussing your individual requirements so that you get to create your own experience with us.

Imagine a future with us

The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. We are woven by waterways (gabi), a city with a village heart (mandjoo koort).

At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.

But enough about us, let’s talk about you

We are in the market for an experienced and qualified Aquatic Operations Officer, you are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge. At CoM we strive to embrace change as our norm and therefore require a person who is innovative, agile, proactive and enthusiastic.

As an Aquatic Operations Officer you will work as part of a passionate team at the Mandurah Aquatic & Recreation Centre, one of the premier sporting facilities in Western Australia supporting programs and services for the local community.

In your role you will be primarily responsible to the successful operations of the Aquatic component of the Centre on a day to day basis.

What impact will you make?

• The efficient and effective aquatic operations of the Mandurah Aquatic & Recreation Centre;
• Effective customer-focused service ensuring customer needs and requirements are paramount when making decisions and taking appropriate action:
• To facilitate effective teamwork to enhance the quality of service;
• Ensure Aquatic Operations Staff are efficiently organised to ensure a high standard of service is delivered to all customers;
• Ensure that the Aquatic Operations are conducted in a safe environment;
• Ensure Occupational Safety and Health requirements are managed, observed and adhered to
• Ability to “think outside the box” and be flexible in the delivery of services to meet our community’s evolving expectations.

What can you bring to the team?

• WA Pool Operations Competency Certificate or equivalent
• Leisure Institute of WA Aquatics Accreditation and Current Membership
• Diploma in Business Management (or equivalent) or working towards
• Minimum of three years previous experience in a similar position
• Current Royal Life Saving Society Pool Lifeguard Award
• Provide First Aid Certificate
• National Police Clearance (less than 6 months old)
• Current Working with Children Clearance
• Knowledge of all legislation and regulations for the operation of an Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Western Australia
• Previous experience in the supervision and development of staff
• Previous experience of Recreation Industry particularly with current trends, programs and initiatives relevant to operating Aquatic Recreation Centre

The finer details

This is a Level 4 position attracts an attract a salary of $70,268 (pro rata $35.56 per hour) gross per annum. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great!To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Wendy Cole on (08) 9550 3228.

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Why work with us?

You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City with a village heart” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.

There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level
• Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
• A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
• Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!

Mark R Newman
Chief Executive Officer