Aquatics and Leisure Services Officer - EOI

Job No: MER222
Location: Coburg

Expression of Interest

Internal Vacancy

  • Full Time - Maximum Term
  • Salary:  Band 6 - Full time - Maximum Term - $99K to $108K + Super (pro rata)
  • Duration: 6 May – 16 May 2025 and 26 May to 25 July 2025

 

About the role 

An exciting opportunity has come up to join the Aquatics, Leisure and Community venues Unit in a key leadership role. This is temporary backfill role while there are same vacancies due to secondments and leave arrangements.

The Aquatic and Leisure Services Officer is responsible for the coordination, monitoring, review of contract performance and service agreements between Council and the YMCA who manage Councils 6 x Aquatic and Leisure Centres. This role is critical in helping to ensure expected levels of service delivery, presentation and performance are achieved in accordance with agreed criteria and key performance indicators.

 

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who can continue with the:

  • Contract monitoring and performance
  • Facility audits and inspections
  • Program and services support
  • Maintenance and capital works planning and delivery

 

Skills and experience required to perform the role  

  • Proficiency in the application of standardised procedures, practices, Acts, Regulations and Guidelines.
  • Demonstrated achievement in performance monitoring including the development, implementation and evaluation of contract management and administration.
  • Developed skills in the use of computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office suite) with advanced knowledge of IT applications

 

What this role can offer   

  • The opportunity to work alongside a professional and supportive executive team
  • Salary sacrifice options
  • Extensive opportunities for training and career development
  • Wellness programs

 

For further information please contact Kim Critchley, Unit Manager Aquatic and Leisure Services -  kcritchley@merri-bek.vic.gov.au on 9240 6365.

 

Applications close: 11:30pm, Monday, 28 April 2025. 


Before submitting an application, please view the Position Description. 

Please note that when applying for this role, you may be required to attach your valid Driver's Licence and WWCC.  Please have this ready when completing your application.

 

How to apply

If you are interested in the EOI position, please attach your resume (cover letter is not required) apply via the Scout application link MER222 and responding to the preliminary questions.

 

Our Commitment

In May 2021, Merri-bek Council adopted a revised Statement of Commitment to Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the municipality. The statement recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the traditional owners of the lands and waterways of our municipality.

Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We believe children and young people have the right to be and feel safe and that their safety and wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone. You can read more about our Child Safety Commitment Statement on our website.

 

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Merri­-bek City Council's recruitment system, medical, police check, reference checking and onboarding processes are hosted by external service providers who also recognise the importance of privacy. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external service providers unless you request us not to do so.

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Please note that the information provided as part of your application will not be accessed by anyone other than the People and Safety Branch and the hiring manager.

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By submitting this application, I declare that to the best of my knowledge, the information supplied in this application (including accompanying documents) are true and correct. I understand that if any false or deliberately misleading information is given, or any relevant material withheld, my application will not be progressed, or if I am employed, my employment may be terminated at the discretion of Council. I further understand that any offer of employment is subject to all the pre-employment checks appropriate to the role being completed to the satisfaction of the Council.

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Preliminary Health Declaration

All applicants are required to complete a Preliminary Health Declaration as part of the application process. Merri-bek City Council advises that failure to disclose any pre-existing or past relevant physical restrictions, injury or condition, suffered by you which may affect your ability to fulfil inherent requirements of the position(s) applied for may result in you being disentitled to claim compensation. This is in accordance with the current Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act in respect of any further injury or illness, recurrence, exacerbation or aggravation of this injury, disease or condition.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Council requires all staff to be vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide evidence of this as part of this application.  Please note: If you are short listed for an interview, you will be required to present your vaccination certificate for sighting.

Working With Children Checks

Merri-bek City Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and providing environments that are safe for children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. If the role you are applying for requires a Working with Children Check, you will be required to upload a copy of this document as part of your application.

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