Huntingtower School has a long tradition of educational excellence and consistently performs academically amongst the top schools in Victoria.
Our Sports & Aquatic Centre is a vital part of our community, supporting health, fitness and wellbeing for students and the broader community.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Operations Coordinator to join our vibrant team.
Reporting to the Swim Centre Manager, this role focuses on operational leadership to ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the Centre. You will play a key role in managing compliance, safety and facility operations, while fostering a welcoming and professional environment for all patrons.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise pool area operations always ensuring safety and professional standards
- Maintain water quality, plant operations and facility equipment through regular audits, checks and servicing
- Oversee contractors, operational compliance and ensure OHS requirements are met
- Act as HSAC Area Warden, coordinating emergency response preparedness
- Maintain operational records, including asset management, water quality, safety and incidents
- Build strong, positive relationships with patrons, staff, and community groups
- Provide outstanding customer service and support HSAC’s community-focused mission.
You must possess:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in aquatics operations, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Current SISSS001131 - Aquatic Technical Operator Skill Set qualification or willingness to get
- Demonstrated knowledge of water treatment, pool plant operations and OHS compliance
- Current First Aid, Asthma Management, CPR, and Anaphylaxis certification.
- Working with Children Check (Employment) and National Criminal Record Check.
- A commitment to providing a high level of customer service and well-developed interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
- Proven customer-service skills and a solution-focused approach
- Current LSV Pool Lifeguard qualification will be highly regarded
Why work for us?
- Be part of a supportive and professional team in a state-of-the-art facility committed to excellence
- Engage with a program that values safety, skill development and community wellbeing
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
- Competitive remuneration
- Flexible 0.6 FTE appointment supporting work–life balance
Want to find out more?
A position description is available on the Huntingtower School - Employment Opportunities.
Huntingtower is a child safe employer and is committed to providing a child safe culture that ensures the care, protection and safety of all children and young people.
Huntingtower is committed to upholding Victoria's Child Safe standards and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. All interested applicants will be required to familiarise themselves with Huntingtower’s Child Safety Policies and Codes of Conduct located on the Huntingtower website. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children.
The school undertakes several screening processes to protect children and young people appropriately in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification checks and professional registration checks.
Huntingtower embraces non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all and maintains strict privacy and confidentiality regarding your application. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.