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Form of workBlacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
About the opportunity
Our Key Venues section oversees all of our aquatic and leisure centres. We deliver first-class activity and program choice, we promote Blacktown City as the leader in sport, recreation and leisure and we give every visitor and customer a safe and memorable experience. Our values are teamwork, customer focus, innovation and commitment to safety.
Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope is an award winning multi-purpose facility that offers high-quality programs and services. It includes an indoor aquatic centre with 25- metre 10-lane lap pool, wave pool, program pool, a 4court stadium and 16-court tennis complex as well as a health and fitness centre, crèche and function room facilities.
Position purpose:
We are looking for enthusiastic and go-getting individuals who have a passion for the sport and leisure industry, and event delivery to join our Key Venues team as Casual Stadium Hosts.
The role includes:
- delivering stadium activities, programs and competitions to attract the maximum participation level
- facilitating quality customer service through a competent, committed and confident approach to the tasks at hand
- facilitating a high-quality environment for the enjoyment of customers through compliance with established standards and requirements.
If you are hardworking, bubbly, and are driven to exceed expectations, then this is the role for you!
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- Current First Aid
- Experience in a service role
- Desire and willingness to further knowledge of the industry.
Desirable:
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Availability to work flexible working hours.
Remuneration and benefits
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $27.6463 per hour plus 25% casual loading
- Penalty rates apply for weekend shifts
- Trainee rates apply for applicants under 19 years of age
- Casual working hours
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
Our commitment to safety
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
Position description
Click here to view or download the position description.
Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
- Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
- Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
Best of luck.
Closing date: Friday 1 March 2024, 11.59 pm
Contact officer: Nardia Macdonald on 9421 2623
Internal ref: Casual
