About the position: The Team Leader Aquatics is responsible for supporting the efficient daily operation of aquatic facilities by supervising staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and delivering high-quality customer service. This role provides leadership to lifeguards and aquatic staff, oversees the maintenance and safe operation of pool plant and equipment, and is responsible for the recruitment, training, and performance management of lifeguards. The City is open to considering applications from candidates with less relevant industry experience, to commence in an Aquatic Facilities Duty Supervisor capacity. Key accountabilities: Supervise patrons around the pool and associated areas and ensure centre policies are being adhered to, to facilitate a safe and enjoyable leisure experience. Recruit, train, and manage a team of qualified pool staff, including lifeguards and support personnel. Develop and maintain staff rosters to ensure adequate coverage across all operational hours. Coordinate and regulate the use of pool space by various user groups and ensure allocated areas are clearly roped off and marked with signage. Undertake supervision, rescues and emergency intervention in accordance with Aquarena policies and procedures, RLSWA guidelines for Safe Pool Operation and industry standards and practices. Assist with the operation of the Foreshore Water Park and Doc Docherty Swimming Pool where required. For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment. To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Tenielle Hawke, Aquatic Operations Coordinator on (08) 9956 6795. Position requirements: The successful applicant will assist with the daily operations of the City’s Aquatic Facilities. Candidates will hold the relevant qualifications and have previous experience working in Aquatic Facility operations. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City. Remuneration and benefits: The Team Leader Aquatics position has a salary starting from $94,452 per annum or $47.7998 per hour, offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. A lesser salary starting at $89,127 per annum may be offered should applicants not yet possess the experience required for this position and are more suited to the role of Aquatic Facilities Duty Supervisor. Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include: Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) 27 Annual Leave days per annum Health & Wellbeing Program Flexible working arrangements Career opportunities Study Assistance Free parking About the City Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast.With a growing populationofover 41,000 peopleit offers awide range ofservices andactivities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with usto deliverthe bestfor our community and thisregion. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace. Interested in applying? To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following: 1. A current resume 2. A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims: i. Comprehensive knowledge of pool supervision, water safety, water education, first aid, resuscitation and rescue techniques and pool safety operations for the delivery of the highest standards of supervision and safety ii. Sound knowledge of plant/machinery operations relevant to the operation of a modern public aquatic centre including the principles of filtration systems, chemical treatment, heating systems and building management control systems iii. Sound interpersonal and public relations skills, including conflict management and a demonstrated sensitivity to multi-cultural issues iv. Sound supervisory skills with an ability to work co-operatively and successfully as part of a team Applications close 4pm Sunday 11 January 2026.
