Aquatic Supervisor

The Aquatic Supervisor position supports the Aquatic Manager with supervision and management of the Pool Lifeguards and oversees the safe use of facilities for patrons and hirers. 

Key tasks:

• Assist the Aquatic Manager in the management of the Aquatic Centre and its programs. 
• Oversee the daily operations of the Aquatic Centre to ensure adherence to aquatic supervision plan.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of staff including directing and managing their daily work activities.
• Review staff training requirements and develop and deliver regular, accredited training programs. 
• Mentor staff, providing feedback and support to contribute to their positive performance.
• Lead emergency situations and undertake required safety functions, reporting incidents/hazards including fulfilling the role of Chief Warden within the venue.
  The position will involve the need for flexibility in working hours, including weekend work.

About you:

• Pool Lifeguard Certificate (QLD Recognition)
• Minimum 2 year operational and supervisory experience in an aquatic and / or multi-purpose sporting facility with responsibility for handling emergency situations.
• First Aid Certification (HLTAID003)
• Working with Children Check - Blue Card (possess or ability to obtain upon appointment)
• An appropriate level of physical fitness is required to be maintained.

A pre-placement medical assessment and physical assessment is a requirement of this job, unless previously undertaken as a current employee of Stadiums Queensland.

Please visit the Stadiums Queensland Careers page, for the full position description and details on the application process.

The Brisbane Aquatic Centre is part of the Sleeman Sports Complex (SSC) precinct.  SSC is a high performance and community venue of Stadiums Queensland (SQ) with the vision of “Preparing the heroes of today, inspiring the stars of tomorrow”. SSC will be front and centre at the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, hosting Track Cycling and BMX, Gymnastics, Diving, Artistic Swimming, Water polo preliminaries and Wheelchair Basketball. 

Why work for Stadiums Queensland?

• Innovative & Fun – with a calendar of world-class events and sporting fixtures, why wouldn’t you want to be a part of something big, and at the same time, provide local communities with an awesome customer-centric experience. 
• Achievement & Challenge – if you thrive on challenge and recognition, SQ may be perfect for you.  This is an organisation where employees contribute to make a difference and receive recognition for their professionalism and results.
• Learning and Development – SQ wants to develop future leaders and specialists in their fields.  As an employee, you’ll get as much out of your development as what you put into it.
• Teamwork – we are supportive, enthusiastic, and passionate – One team, One dream, enabling us to deliver world-class experiences and celebrate the successes
• International Venues – If you have ever attended one of our venues, you’ll already know this.  Offering the highest standards, our venues are both historic and iconic, and create a stage for memorable sporting and entertainment events delivered with the highest level of environmental sustainability and social governance.

The organisation:

SQ is charged with the management of major sports facilities that are declared under Queensland Government regulation as being venues having the capacity to stage national or international sports events, recreational or entertainment experiences. SQ’s portfolio of venues include Suncorp Stadium, The Gabba, Sleeman Sports Complex, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre, Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Cbus Super Stadium, Queensland Tennis Centre, and People First Stadium.