• Seasonal Part Time
• $83,352 – $94,248 pa/pro rata (plus 12% super)

Who we are
The fully redeveloped Winchelsea Pool opened early this year and features new 25m and leisure pools with heated water, pavilion and a splash park providing plenty of fun for kids and families.

At Surf Coast Shire Council, we care about our people and our community, and we exist to support both to thrive. Spanning the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation, our region boasts spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests, rural hinterland and magnificent beaches.

Locals experience a sought-after quality of life – And when you work with Council, you are helping our community and environment to thrive.

We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

Your new career
Love the water and leading a team? As Team Leader at the Winchelsea Pool, you’ll make a splash this summer by running a safe, welcoming and fun facility for our community to enjoy.

You’ll keep things running smoothly behind the scenes - leading daily operations, supporting staff, and ensuring our pool remains a vibrant and accessible hub, creating a great experience for our staff and pool visitors.

What you will bring to the role
We’re looking for a confident and energetic leader who’s passionate about community recreation and enjoys working in a people-focused, hands-on environment. You’ll be someone who leads by example, keeps safety front of mind, and knows how to bring out the best in your team.

To thrive in this role you will have:

• a balance of technical know-how and a strong customer service focus
• the ability to inspire your team and keep things running smoothly
• strong organisational skills to manage rosters, maintenance and daily operations.
• a friendly, customer-focused approach with great communication skills.
• flexibility to work evenings and weekends when the community needs you.

Key selection criteria
Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

• Pool lifeguard certification.
• HLTAID011 first aid qualification.
• Oxygen equipment award.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and maintain the operation of swimming pool plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply regulations, policies, guidelines and local laws relating to the safe overall operation of an aquatic facility.
• Sound knowledge of water chemistry and current legislation, regulations and recommended practices relating to the operation of aquatic facilities and pool plant systems.
• Demonstrated ability to make judgements on safety hazards and emergencies when responsible for the centre and consult with supervisor where further action or involvement of others is required.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively supervising and providing leadership to a team.
• Ability to work cohesively with a team.
• Effective organisational time management abilities in order to achieve the goals of the facility.
• Experience operating within a budget and reconciling purchases, payroll and deliveries
• A current Working With Children Check
• You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
  A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

What you’ll love working with us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Free onsite parking

For more information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description here.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Mark Campbell, Senior Team Leader Facilities and Recreation on 5261 0600.

How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter including your statement addressing the selection criteria
• copy of your resume

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 21 September 2025

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.