About VenuesWest
VenuesWest enriches the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone. Our vision is to be Australia’s leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
VenuesWest recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, where all employees feel welcome, accepted and safe to be their true self, and who are celebrated for their contribution and abilities.
We value the unique perspectives and skills that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people of diverse genders and sexualities, and women in management bring to the workplace and community and want to support equality for these groups of peoples. We aim to achieve this through increasing workforce representation. People from these backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply and identify themselves through the application questions. Sections of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) for measures to achieve equality will apply to this process.
If you have any accessibility requirements, including adjustments to the recruitment process, workplace adjustments, or documentation in alternative formats, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) 9441 8362 or email peopleandculture@venueswest.wa.gov.au.
About the Role
This role offers: 20% shift loading on applicable shifts (early, late and weekend shifts). Double time for Public Holidays. Salary package of up to approximately $98,000 per annum (excluding superannuation), including shift loading.
The key role of this position is to assist in managing VenuesWest’s aquatic centre facilities for events, sports training and public use, to optimise venue utilisation, commercial return and customer satisfaction.
We currently have one permanent full time available.
Rostered 152hrs over a 4-week period, between the hours of 4:45am-10:00pm, Monday – Sunday.
Whilst the position will be based at Perth High Performance Centre in Mount Claremont, mobility may be required between the portfolio of facilities.
Working with VenuesWest comes with a variety of benefits. Please see our attached Employee Value Proposition for more information.
Due to the nature of the work undertaken, this position may be exposed to traumatic events in the workplace. VenuesWest is committed to proactively ensuring the psychosocial safety and health of our workers through risk control and provision of services to support workers exposed to and impacted by traumatic events.
About the Person
Are you ready to make a splash in a role that blends leadership, community impact, and operational excellence?
As an Aquatic Supervisor, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing VenuesWest’s premier aquatic facilities—supporting elite sports training, high-profile events, and public recreation. Your focus will be on maximising venue utilisation, driving commercial success, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven experience in pool or duty management, with a strong understanding of the operational demands of aquatic environments.
- The ability to maintain Pool Lifeguard qualifications and be able to rescue patrons from the pools up to depth of 5m
- Sound knowledge of occupational health and safety practices relevant to pool operations, ensuring a safe and compliant experience for all users. A passion for developing and mentoring high-performing teams in the provision of excellent customer service.
If you're passionate about aquatic services and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
For any further job-related information please contact Cristiano Bradshaw (Manager Aquatics & Customer Service) on 0412 183 777 until 14 April and Craig Smetherham from 15 April on 0438 722 427.
For information on VenuesWest and its venues please visit our website www.venueswest.wa.gov.au and follow us on LinkedIn.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, you must provide:
- A copy of your current resume and
- A cover letter with detailed examples to experience in pool management or duty management and understanding and management of occupational health and safety issues related to a pool environment.
To view a full copy of the Job Description and to apply, please head to
Applicants are requested to apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen. Please note the closing date and time, as no e-mailed, late or pro-forma applications will be accepted.
For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com
For application assistance please contact People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.
Employment Screening
To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following current at the time of commencement:
- Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
- National Police Clearance (Note: having a conviction will not necessarily preclude you from employment. For more information on how convictions are considered, please see the attached information sheet)
- RLSSWA Pool Operations Certificate
- RLSSWA Pool Lifeguard License
- Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent), including CPR (HLTAID009)
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Certificate
- LIWA Accreditation
Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.
Future Appointments
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for similar vacancies pursuant to the Commission’s Instructions No.2 and No.39.
