Team Leader Aquatics

City of Canning • Full-time • Perth, Western Australia, Australia • A$ 90,708.38 - A$ 101,535.70 / year • 17h ago

Join an award-winning aquatics team recently recognised as Swim School of the Year, Employer of Choice and Community Service Award winner, where people, innovation and community impact are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

Are you ready to take the plunge into a rewarding leadership role that blends your passion for aquatics

with your expertise in team and facility management? We have a permanent, full-time opportunity to step into the driver’s seat of our Aquatics team at Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes!

Reporting to the Coordinator Operations, this is your chance to lead a dynamic team and ensure excellence in everything from aquatic operations and pool plant maintenance, to delivering top tier customer service in two of the cities bustling leisure destinations.

What you’ll be doing

In this pivotal role, you will oversee day-to-day management of aquatic operations, ensuring that our facilities are running like a well-oiled machine. From the maintenance of our pool plants to the seamless execution of aquatic programs, you’ll be the go-to leader ensuring excellence across the board. Whether it’s coordinating the safety and wellbeing of our patrons or ensuring the team is providing exceptional customer service, your leadership will be key to creating an outstanding aquatic experience.

What we are looking for

Make a Splash in the Community: Lead the aquatic team in one of the most exciting and high energy

environments, directly impacting the community’s health and enjoyment.

Hands on Leadership: Be at the forefront of innovation, safety and operational excellence, with plenty

of opportunities to leave your mark on the Leisureplexes.

Dynamic Work Environment: No two days are the same! You’ll thrive in a fast paced, high-energy

environment that offers challenges and rewards at every turn.

Grow and Shine: use your leadership skills to elevate your career and lead the aquatics team in making

waves of difference at Riverton and Cannington Leisureplexes.

About You

A Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse team, manage for performance, and motivate and inspire staff
In-depth knowledge of pool and plant operations, water quality management, and aquatic safety standards
Experience in preparing budgets, reports and monitoring and controlling costs
Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment, and make quick and informed decisions in emergency situations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong customer service orientation
Tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Recreation, Leisure, Aquatics or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalent competency through relevant experience in an aquatic, leisure or recreation facility environment.
Pool Lifeguard Qualification, Royal Life Saving Society or equivalent.
Group 1 Pool Operators Certificate, Royal Life Saving WA or equivalent.
Current First Aid and CPR qualifications.
Current LIWA Aquatics Accreditation to the satisfaction of the Department of Health Western Australia.
Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain one.

For more information on the essential requirements of this position please have a look at the Position Description attached to this job vacancy.

Why you will love working at the City!

A permanent, full-time position in a Tier 1 local government!
Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off or ability to access a 9-day fortnight.
$90,708.38 - $101,535.70 per annum + super.
17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars!
Free on-site parking.
Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness) for the duration of this opportunity.

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred, cover letter no more than two pages) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Mark Sinfield, Coordinator Operations on 0478 937 298 for a confidential discussion. The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 5 pm, Monday 21 September 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required.