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Join our Leisure Services Team as Duty Officer!

Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres strive to support the creation of an active, safe, healthy, vibrant and liveable community. With three Leisure Centre locations in the Sutherland Shire community (and Como Pool), you will have the opportunity to expand your career in Sport and Leisure Services.
As Duty Officer, you will play a vital role in leading and ensuring that we deliver safe, clean and friendly facilities. Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

Role Overview

At Sutherland Shire Council, we are committed to providing exceptional sport & leisure experiences for our community.
In this role, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and ensuring public safety across our multiple leisure centres including the Sutherland Leisure Centre, Caringbah Leisure Centre, Engadine Leisure Centre, and Como Pool.
Be part of a team that values teamwork, safety and strives for excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

As the Duty Officer - Aquatics, you will:

• Provide on-site day-to-day supervision of lifeguards, ensuring that public safety and lifeguard standards are maintained
• Utilise your expertise in pool operations, plant maintenance and hygiene standards to maintain high-quality facilities in compliance with NSW Health Guidelines
• Maintain all relevant records onsite to adhere to industry standards and guidelines
• Ensure all WH&S procedure checklists and inspections are completed
• Play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment whilst delivering an exceptional customer experience for all patrons

Your Profile

If you are motivated, reliable, possess excellent communication skills and passionate about aquatic safety and customer service, we want to hear from you!

• Senior First Aid Certificate, Pool Lifeguard Licence (RLSS), and Pool Operations Certificate
• Demonstrated experience in supervising staff in a customer-focused environment.
• Knowledge of water treatment, hygiene standards, and NSW Health Regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve operational goals.
• Have a strong background in aquatics and facility management, with a focus on safety and customer service

Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Thursday 31 October 2024
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks of the position closing
• Package: From $70,700 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent full - time position 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight. Available to work a 7 day spread of hours between 4:30am and 9:00pm to support the operational requirements of our Centres.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Simon Kable skable@scc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie msilburn@scc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.