Deliver meaningful outcomes that make a genuine difference in our beautiful and unique region.

• Status –Temporary fixed term (September 2025 to mid-March 2026)
• Part time (20hrs/wk) The Aquatics team will operate a roster system of work in order to provide services seven days per week, Monday to Sunday.
• Based at Various Pool Sites
• Classified Band 5A
• $35.35/hr or $707/wk plus superannuation

About us

Make Hepburn Shire Council your next career move. We are a small rural council with a dedicated team who delivers meaningful outcomes for the community. You can enjoy the challenges, fast track your career, enjoy flexibility with contemporary employee benefits and either enjoy the rural lifestyle or be in Melbourne in basically an hour.

Our main office is in the renowned, stunning tourist town of Daylesford, only 90 km northwest of Melbourne. Additional Council facilities are also located in our surrounding historical townships of Clunes, Creswick, and Trentham. Appreciate a flexible work life balance with opportunities to discover vibrant local communities of artists, gardeners, writers, musicians, foodies and so much more. Kick off your career here or bring your experience to help serve our community.

"I absolutely love working in Local Government! Sometimes it isn’t easy but the diversity of delivering over 100 services and building and maintaining assets directly for our community of residents and visitors means you won’t be bored, and you will see your role making a difference. Hepburn Shire is an amazing location, with committed staff and Councillors, so why not apply for a role…..you won’t be disappointed." Bradley Thomas (Chief Executive Officer)

How you’ll make a difference

Hepburn Shire Council is seeking a motivated and community-focused individual to lead our Outdoor Pools team across the region. As Team Leader, you will play a key role in creating safe, inclusive, and vibrant aquatic spaces that support the health and wellbeing of our community. This is more than just a leadership role – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference by mentoring a passionate team, ensuring high standards in safety and service, and strengthening community connection through quality aquatic experiences. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day operations, team development, and fostering an environment that reflects the values of inclusivity, accountability, and care. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and contribute to the wellbeing of Hepburn Shire’s residents and visitors, we’d love to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate is a confident and experienced leader with a strong background in aquatic facility operations and team supervision. They are passionate about community wellbeing, water safety, and delivering high-quality service. With excellent communication and problem-solving skills, they lead by example—supporting staff, managing day-to-day operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and water quality standards. They are organised, proactive, and thrive in a dynamic, outdoor environment. The ideal candidate brings professionalism, energy, and a commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and enjoyable pool experiences for the community.

What Hepburn can offer you?

What better way to spend your time off than exploring the picturesque beauty with forests, natural springs and rolling landscapes. Bicycle and walking trails, locally grown food, the variety of dining options, creative arts offerings (galleries, festivals), and markets enhance the appeal of living in or near our stunning region. All this is only an hour and a half from Melbourne.

• Meaningful work with a dedicated team
• Work life balance options -Attractive flexible options including fortnightly or monthly RDOs for applicable full-time roles and up to 50% work from home for suitable roles
• Inclusive and safe work culture with strong drive for gender equality, diversity and transparency in fair recruitment and promotion
• Free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Annual salary advancement within Banding through professional development planning

How to apply

Click Apply now and submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the position criteria. Please include in your application a copy of your certificates.

If you have further questions about the role or joining our team, please contact our Aquatics Officer Jigar Prajapati on 0407 321 195.

If you would like to contact our People and Culture team, please email [email protected]

Applications close 25 August 2025.

Hepburn Shire Council is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all people. Applicants should be aware that we conduct working with children, police and reference checks to ensure we maintain a safe and inclusive workplace by recruiting the right people.

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