The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.
The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.
The Opportunity
In this position you will work as part of the Leisure Centre Team ensuring that a high level of aquatic, recreation and fitness services are provided to the public. Your key role is to perform pool supervision and operational services to ensure the delivery of a healthy and safe aquatic environment for users. You will assist in the development and implementation of aquatic, fitness and recreation programs and provide a high level of customer service.
Responsibilities will include:
- Conducting water sampling tests of all pools and plant room adjustments to ensure water quality complies with WA Health Department standards;
- Ensuring that the pool circulation and filtration systems are operating correctly and plant rooms are clean and free of hazards;
- Conducting maintenance tasks and, where necessary, reporting required maintenance to relevant staff;
- Coordinating the setup and removal of equipment, as well as cleaning, when required for bookings, recreation programs and events;
- Cleaning change rooms, pool and pool areas, toilets and showers as required;
- Operating plant, equipment, appropriate devices and protective equipment in accordance with demonstrated safety procedures and provided instruction;
- Providing effective supervision of all patrons and casual staff and ensuring workplace safety and general safety standards are maintained;
- Assisting with, or supervising, the delivery of aquatic and recreational programs to patrons in line with current qualifications;
- Performing reception and administrative duties and attending to customer complaints (ensuring a high level of customer service is provided at all times)
Western Australian Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Pool operations certificate Group 1, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Chlorine Gas, current HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid Certificate, current WA Working with Children Check, current unrestricted WA “C” Class Driver’s Licence and an acceptable National Police Clearance are essential for this role.
You will also need demonstrated communication and customer service skills, time management skills, knowledge and experience with computer operations and understand administrative tasks.
More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.
Salary and Benefits
Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page (inclusive of allowances and superannuation, dependent on skills and experience), you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:
- 6 weeks annual leave
- 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
- Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
- 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
- Flexible working arrangements
- Shire provided corporate uniforms
- Opportunities for professional development
- A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles.
APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team and to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Diane Rickard, our Kununurra Leisure Centre Team Leader on 08 9168 2120 for a confidential discussion.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.
Attachments:
- 3227 - Position Description - Aquatic and Recreation Officer - Jan 2026.pdf
