Assistant Coordinator Aquatic Centre

Fixed term to 24 March 2026
Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life.  One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations.  Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.

About the role

The Rockingham Aquatic Centre is a seasonal facility open to the public from mid-August to mid-April, located on Council Avenue in Rockingham. This position acts as a full time duty supervisor over summer and you need to be available to work shifts on mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.  During the summer the facility is well patronised by the local Rockingham community due to its extensive landscaped gardens and shady grassed areas.

We are looking for someone with experience in leading teams and activating aquatic areas.  You will love interacting with members, patrons, staff and the wider community in making a safe and fun environment for everyone.  You possess detailed knowledge of aquatic emergency and evacuation procedures, experience with life support equipment and are able to remain calm during stressful situations. You are an excellent communicator and have well developed interpersonal skills.

You must possess a current Pool Operators Certificate, LIWA Accreditation, Pool Lifeguard Certificate, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Chlorine Gas Handling Training and an up to date Provide First Aid Certificate.

To be considered for this role, you must address the following selection criteria when completing your online application:

• Experience in a leadership position in an Aquatic Facility within Local Government setting.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in managing plant rooms, water balance, emergency evacuation, safe handling and storage of chemicals.
• Experience planning, promoting and executing events and activities for the community.
• Demonstrated experience in managing customer relationships with members, patrons, schools, clubs and external groups.

We are offering a gross salary of $82,627 per annum and:

• 11.5% superannuation with the opportunity to co-contribute up to 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programmes including free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and up to two additional paid days of absence per annum

An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.

Applications must be submitted online by 4pm, Monday 29 July 2024. Applications will be assessed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the close date.  If you are interested in this opportunity, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.

The City of Rockingham encourages candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.

Attachments: 
- Information Pack - Assistant Coordinator Aquatic Centre - July 2024.pdf