Opportunity This Way

Seasonal, Ongoing

Salary commencing at $39.06 per hour (plus superannuation)

About Hindmarsh Shire Council

Hindmarsh Shire is nestled amongst National Parks, lakes, and rivers. Our proud agricultural sector is the backbone of our economy, with small business and other entrepreneurial industries on the rise. Hindmarsh Shire Council services an area of over 7527km2 and has hybrid Customer Services centres and Libraries in Dimboola, Jeparit and Rainbow and standalone services in Nhill.

About the Role

The Team Leader Swimming Pools will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the outdoor pools across 4 sites (Nhill, Dimboola, Jeparit and Rainbow), including ensuring adequate staffing levels. The role is a seasonal, permanent engagement - it will be full time each year for the “pool season” (approximately late September until March).

About You

Leadership skills, enthusiasm, organisation skills and willingness to be flexible are all traits required for this position. Your experience in leading small teams and rostering will be transferable to this position, and it will enable you to excel in this role. Experience in a similar role in a pool or leisure centre will be looked upon favourably, however, most training will be provided upon commencement.

Training provided!

Council will be providing the following training courses and you must be available to attend for Council to cover this expense:

11 October 2025 – Pool Lifeguard Refresher (update, 1 day)

25 & 26 October 2025 – Pool Lifeguard (full course, 2 days)

First Aid (date to be determined)

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume as well as a response addressing the key selection criteria. You will need to be able to tell us how your skills and experience relate to the following key selection criteria:

Pool Lifeguard and First Aid qualifications or ability to obtain - required.

Pool Plant Operators Certificate (Aquatic Technical Operator Certificate) – preferred.

Experience supervising a team of staff in an aquatic or leisure/recreation services environment carrying out daily operational duties.

Ability to provide effective customer service and respond to enquiries from the community in a positive and professional manner.

Demonstrated understanding of Occupational Health and Safety principles as they apply to aquatic environments.

Sound judgement in relation to safety and escalation of issues.

Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with a friendly and approachable manner.

Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical, police check and Working with Children Check.

Current Australian Driver License

Applications that do not address the key selection criteria may not be considered for shortlisting to the interview stage.

More information and the position description are available at www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/work-in-council. Applications close Monday 25 August 2025 at 12noon.

For enquiries on this position, please contact Jennie Hauselberger, Coordinator Sports, Recreation and Community Development, on 03 5391 4444.

Hindmarsh Shire Council is committed to increasing diversity across the organisation. We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

Why work with Hindmarsh Shire Council?

Our wellbeing benefits include:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flu Vaccinations, Health and Skin Checks

Our flexible work benefits may include:

Working from home or hybrid working arrangements

Rostered Day Off

Our leave benefits include:

Annual Leave

Sick and Carer’s Leave

Long Service Leave after 7 years

Purchase of Additional Annual Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Domestic and Family Violence Leave

Our development benefits include:

Training Courses and Professional Development opportunities

Education Assistance