Swim Instructor

Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria’s last great story of growth.

Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we’re renowned for our scenic beauty that’s rich in both history and heritage. We’re home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia’s fastest-growing suburbs.

Our organisation is growing and we’re building for a truly exciting future – with more than 170,000 people expected to move into our municipality over the next 20 years.

With that growth, comes a truly rare and outstanding opportunity to be part of it – to make your mark and create a legacy for our community.

About the Role

A typical day in the role includes educating a range of age groups on water safety by the development of fun and engagement programs, supporting the provision of a safe environment for patrons, ensuring that the Aquatic Facilities operates in a clean, hygienic and safe manner in accordance with health regulations and public safety requirements. Our Leisure Centres operate seven (7) days a week with outdoor pools running through the Summer Season.

This is a casual opportunity with the hourly rate beginning at $39.25 (LSO Band 3) plus superannuation.

About you

You will be energetic, passionate and fun. You work well within a team, have outstanding communication skills and enjoy dealing with the public. You take initiative and are professional in your approach. You will possess a current level 2 first aid (HLTAID003, current Employee Working with Children Check and current AUSTSWIM or similar accreditation.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional customer service and value water safety, this is a great opportunity for you! Come join our team today! 

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For enquiries, please contact Karyn Egan, Aquatic Supervisor at karyn.egan@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au.

Please note: the successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check and complete a pre-employment medical, prior to commencement. You will also be required to provide evidence that you meet the relevant State Government Pandemic Orders vaccination requirements.  

Applicants will be contacted as work becomes available. 

Applications close at 5pm on Monday 1 July 2024.