Pool Manager (Lifeguard)

Job No: 67872
Location: Yuendumu, NT

  • Are you an experienced Pool Manager with qualifications in Pool Operations?
  • Join an organisation dedicated to improving the quality of life for youths living in the Yuendumu area!
  • Competitive remuneration circa $68,000 -$72,000, including salary packaging with salary sacrificing!
  • A great range of further benefits include fully furnished accommodation, free utilities and phone and internet allowances!

About the Organisation

Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation (WYDAC), formerly Mt Theo Program, was started by Yuendumu Community in 1993 to address chronic petrol sniffing in Yuendumu. WYDAC achieved unprecedented community success in this initial struggle, which led to considerable growth in the scope of the services provided. WYDAC now provides a comprehensive range of programs that deliver diversion, development, treatment, and leadership services throughout the Warlpiri region.

WYDAC was created by, and for, Warlpiri people, and is governed by a Warlpiri Committee. WYDAC head office is located in Yuendumu Community, and the organisation has permanent staffing and operations at five different Warlpiri sites – Yuendumu, Willowra, Nyirrpi, Lajamanu remote communities and Mt Theo Outstation. The notable and sustainable success of the program has been firmly based on the support and strength of local Warlpiri youth and their communities, as well as the ongoing commitment of staff.

The program aims to promote positive and meaningful pathways for all young Warlpiri people and, in turn, their families and communities.

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About Yuendumu, NT

Sitting on the edge of the Tanami Desert, 300 kilometres north west of Alice Springs, the remote community of Yuendumu is one of the largest Aboriginal communities in central Australia and has a thriving community of Aboriginal artists.

Yuendumu is a community largely made up of the Warlpiri and Anmatyerr Aboriginal people, with a population of approximately 817. It is located within the Yuendumu Aboriginal Lands Trust area on traditional Anmatyerr and Warlpiri land and includes numerous outstations.

For an isolated area, Yuendumu is surprisingly busy. With a strong arts centre, women's centre, its own media centre and a cutting edge youth program, Yuendumu is a community known for its energy and vitality.

About the Opportunity 

The Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation (WYDAC) has a great opportunity for a Pool Manager to join their team. Based in Yuendumu, NT, this is a full time position.

Working in a team environment and overseeing staff and operations, your primary responsibility will be to deliver a high level of service at Yuendumu Community Pool.

More specifically, some of your key tasks will include (but will not be limited to):

  • Ensuring the effective operation of the Pool;
  • Supervising Pool patrons, as well as staff;
  • Providing leadership to Pool lifeguards, staff and Trainees;
  • Ensuring the Pool is maintained to the highest standard;
  • Promoting Pool services to the Warlpiri communities; and
  • Encouraging health activity within the Pool and surrounds.

WYDAC is seeking an independent and self-motivated candidate who has prior experience in pool operations. You will understand the principles and practice of filtration and circulation and be familiar with public swimming pool plants and equipment.

You will have sound knowledge of the Health Act, relevant to swimming pools, along with WH&S, Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti Discrimination. As you will be working in an Aboriginal community, it is essential you have a solid understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander culture and communities, as well as the health issues affecting these individuals.

Confidence in the use of computer programs, such as Excel spreadsheets and Word, will be key to your success as this role involves administrative aspects. Your exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills will also come into play when liaising with community members, staff and other key stakeholders.

Suitable candidates must be willing to obtain a Police Check and currently hold, or be eligible to obtain an Ochre Card. Candidates must also hold a current Swimming Pool Operators Certificate II, a current Pool Lifeguard Certificate and a current St John's Senior First Aid qualification. 

Please Note: Annual leave must be taken during winter months when the pool is not in operation.

About the Benefits

In this exciting supervisory role you will experience real job satisfaction every day.

For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration circa $68,000 - $72,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications), including salary packaging with salary sacrificing to significantly increase your take home pay!

In addition, you will also benefit from fully furnished accommodation, free utilities, phone and internet allowances!

Please note: Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia, with no restrictions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

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