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• Exciting growth opportunity with great support and mentoring
• Permanent, ongoing opportunity.
• $70,952 + super per annum (pro rata for part-time)

About the role
We are looking for a highly motivated and vibrant individual who can support the Lifeguard Team Leader in the leadership of the operations team with a focus on to provide excellent supervision and service to our members and guests.
This role is ideally suited to someone wanting to develop their career in the leisure industry as GEL has a large focus on assisting in the development of staff and strengthen the skills of the Lifeguards and Lifeguard Shift Supervisors.
In this position you will:

• Assist the Lifeguard Team Leader in ensuring Service Improvement Plan scores are maintained for areas under direct supervision.

• Perform other administrative tasks relating to Safety and Supervision as required.

• Assist in managing and developing staff rosters ensuring coverage to keep all facilities open safely.

• Assist with shift authorisation and timesheet approvals.

• Support in the training, and development of the Lifeguard team.

• Respond to customer feedback in a timely manner and ensure the Lifeguard team is following the feedback processes.

• Ensure staff are trained and updated on the use and manual handling of chemicals and dangerous goods and other OH&S procedures.

• Assist with hazard and risk assessments and the maintenance of a register to ensure we proactively identify and manage potential issues before they arise.

• Complete direct service roles.

• Support the Lifeguard Team Leader in the maintenance of accurate, up-to-date records for:

o OH&S risk assessments.
o Water Quality
o Accidents and incidents
o Hazchem register.
o Dangerous goods manifest.

• Assist in the preparation of progress reports on key performance indicators for the business unit.

We value the following:

• Experience in leading and managing a team.

• Provide First Aid and CPR Certificate.

• Pool Lifeguard Qualification.

• Employee Working with Children Check.

• First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis and Management of Asthma Risks and Emergencies in the workplace qualifications (or willing to obtain).

Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo a police records check, pre-employment medical and Health declaration for the purpose of employment.
About Glen Eira Leisure
Glen Eira Leisure (GEL) is a part of Glen Eira City Council (GECC). GEL owns and operates three industry leading aquatic and recreation facilities and prides itself on providing leading edge services to all ages and members of the community. Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) is one of Australia's premier Sports and Aquatic Centres that features state of the art aquatics, fitness, sports, rehabilitation, wellness, café and occasional care facilities. Carnegie Swim Centre (CSC) is a seasonal outdoor pool which has been servicing the community for over 60 years. Caulfield Recreation Centre (CRC) is a fully equipped gym which offers personal training and group fitness classes. With over 1.7 million attendances annually, these popular facilities are widely used by the local and regional community.
How to apply
Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.
For further information please contact Samara, Lifeguard Team Leader on (03) 9575 7139 or SKeifer@geleisure.com.au

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees;
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQ and gender diverse people;
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on T: 03 9524 3333 or E: Aboriginal@gleneira.vic.gov.au .We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.