Apply to join as an Aquatic Program Manager for Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC), which has been awarded for Aquatic Facility of the Year at the 2025 Royal Life Saving Awards Gala – The Aquas. 

At a glance

Work type: 38 hours per week
Salary: From $121, 367.67 plus 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Term Contract Full Time up until 31 December 2026
Closing date:  9pm, Sunday 7 June 2026

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting national police checks, working with children checks, and thorough reference checks.

Your next career move is here!

Join us on Parramatta’s positive transformation journey being responsible for managing the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of Aquatic Programs including but not limited to instructor/teacher management, class supervision, program efficiency and customer service delivery. 

On a daily basis, your main task will be:

• Support strategic delivery by contributing to Aquatics & Wellness leadership priorities and implementing key programs aligned to Council’s Operational Plan. 
• Lead aquatic programs including Swim School, ensuring high-quality, safe and customer-focused experiences across facilities.
• Manage team and workforce operations including recruitment, rostering, training and performance to drive service excellence and teamwork. 
• Oversee financial and operational performance through budget management, procurement and efficient program delivery aligned to the Management Plan. 
• Drive continuous improvement and engagement through policy development, stakeholder communication, program promotion and performance reporting. 

About?you

The successful candidate should have extensive experience in aquatic programming and delivery, including minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role in the recreation and aquatic sector.

The candidate should have the below essential requirements:

• Valid Aquatic teaching qualification AUSTSWIM, Royal Life Saving or Swim Australia Teacher of 
• Swimming and Water Safety 
• AUSTSWIM or Swim Australia Teacher of Infant and Preschool Aquatics OR alternative tertiary qualification, Diploma or higher, relevant to the role 
• Current resuscitation certificate 
• First Aid Certificate 
• NSW Working with Children Clearance 
• Strong background and experience in program and service delivery 
• Experience in managing program, program revision and developing and implementing new programs
• Ability to proactively identify and manage safety hazards associated with the operation of aquatic based programs and the centres 
• Demonstrated capacity to prepare high quality reports and correspondence

What’s on offer

 We are offering a full time term contract for up to 31 December 2026, with an attractive remuneration from $121, 367.67 plus 12% Superannuation

In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: 

• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots and more) 

Come as you are!

Parramatta is a fascinating mosaic. We believe in creating a working culture that reflects that. Here, everyone is welcome and valued, so you can bring your authentic self to work and simply be who you are – whoever you are.

Our diverse culture is a source of strength. It increases the effectiveness of our teams and drives innovation, which includes finding new ways of working. Ultimately, diversity and inclusion shape who we are as a city and as a working environment.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about Diversity at City of Parramatta, please email diversitycop@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer, which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact?Mason Ryan on email mryan2@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please, attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. 

Applications close at 9pm on Sunday 7 June 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

Important additional information

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.? 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply. A Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application.

If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre-screening questions accordingly and reach out to Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au to confirm that your WWCC is in progress.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.