Coordinator Operations Aqualink Nunawading

Whitehorse City Council proudly manages Aqualink Nunawading a leader in provision of leisure and aquatic services in the Eastern Region of Melbourne. 

• Permanent Full Time
• Fun, supportive and collaborative team culture

At Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do.  To stay ahead of and best respond to the evolving changes and needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting transformation journey that will transform ways of working and will empower employees to be innovative and constantly striving towards providing excellent customer experience at all times. The five pillars of our transformation focus on: 

• Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery
• Great Organisational Culture
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement
• Good Governance and Integrity
• Long Term Financial Sustainability

The role:

Aqualink Nunawading is seeking the services of an experienced and highly organised Operations Coordinator to join our management team. You will make your mark incorporating industry best practice, exemplary service delivery and strong leadership.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the Duty Manager, Lifeguard and Programs teams ensuring the smooth running of the Centre. Central to the role is responsibility for the recruitment, induction and training and supervision of the aquatic staff as well as the management of various contracts including cleaning, security, waste and pool plant.

About you:

This position is an integral part of the centre management team and the successful applicant will also have excellent written, verbal communication and work prioritisation skills and work well as part of a team. Previous experience in a similar role with staff leadership and supervision are essential.

You will have:

1. Demonstrated successful experience and achievement in aquatic operations.
2. Demonstrated experience and achievement in team supervision, performance management and staff training and development.
3. Demonstrated ability in resolving complex operational problems relating to the aquatic operations area.
4. Demonstrated successful time management and work prioritisation skills.
5. Demonstrated experience in the management of contractors.

In return, we will offer:

The ability to make a difference - Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse.  Every day you really will see how the work you're involved in benefits the diverse community.

Great working conditions - a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance.

An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering - Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges.

Career opportunities - engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.

Transformation  - We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement.

The successful candidate must provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Come and join the transformation!