Aquatic Operations Officer

• $76,825 to $86,652
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Both Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses

• Reference number: 24344
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time
• Remuneration: $90,916 to $102,545 pa (HEW5) (inclusive of $76,825 to $86,652 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Both Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Aquatic Operations Officer to join HiQ, Student Services and Wellbeing, Administrative Division.

The Aquatic Operations Officer has the primary responsibility to co-ordinate day to day operations of the facility with the highest regard to safety and high quality service delivery. The Officer will be responsible for leading, coaching and engaging a team of duty staff and lifeguards, hazard prevention, pool checks and maintenance, swim program delivery support and ensuring operational compliance with policies and procedures and statutory requirements.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Student Engagement comprises of HiQ Contact Centre and Service Points, Future Student & Conversion, Engagement teams, and Sport. HiQ is the university’s contact point for members of the public, staff, prospective and current student enquiries and support services. Services to students and staff include general information, IT support, Library, and student administration. Engagement with future students and their orientation to the QUT student experience is a core focus of Student Engagement. The Engagement team is responsible for delivering co-curricular programs that further build QUT’s sense of community and support students to develop their professional identity, networks, and employability. QUT sport has strategic and operational oversight of sport activities and programs at QUT..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or experience equivalent to completion of a degree with and/or relevant work experience in a sporting environment.
2. Proven experience in the operation and running of an aquatic centre, fitness centre, outdoor recreational centre, or customer service style business which supplies services for people in a public domain.
3. Demonstrated experience in delivering swim safety, or other related aquatics programs in a recreational, university and/or public facing facility 
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively plan, deliver and evaluate programs and operations in a busy environment. 
5. Attention to detail and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team to ensure aquatics program and facility operations are maintained to a very high standard.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT 

In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength – see our commitment. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 12-Apr-2024

Applications Close: 28-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

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