About the position

As a Casual Learn to Swim Instructor you will perform weekend and holiday work at our Muswellbrook and Denman Aquatic Centre facilities. You will:

• Maintain order and prevent accidents at our Aquatic Centre facilities through the application of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances.  
• Monitor and maintain pool facilities, identify potential hazards or unsafe conditions and respond appropriately to have the hazard eliminated or appropriately managed.
• Engage in public relations and the provision of Aquatic or Fitness Programs i.e. Learn-to-Swim Instruction, Spin Classes, Group Fitness Classes and other duties as required.  
• Undergo relevant training and provide first aid to patrons.

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW’s most dynamic local government areas. For over four decades it has been at the heart of the State’s energy industry, and we are now on the transition to being a renewable energy hub. We have the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, a healthy viticulture industry, and a large part of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park within the Shire. We are also central to Newcastle, Tamworth and Dubbo.

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and we are committed to employee welfare and development. We offer a wide range of services to the community and are committed to providing a safe work environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to their skills and expertise, while also ensuring that staff feel valued and supported within their working environment.

About you

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality Customer Service
• Program Certification:
  • AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming or Royal Life Saving Swim Teacher
  • Fitness Instructor Cert III or Higher (desirable)
• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
• CPR and/or First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Lifeguard Certificate (desirable)
• Statement of Attainment in Aquatic Technical Operator (desirable)
• For Job Specific Key Accountabilities and Key Capabilities please see the attached Position Description

We offer

• Relevant Staff Training and Development Opportunities
• Casual work with an hourly rate from $36.9240 to $41.4845 (inclusive of casual loading) (depending on qualifications, skills and experience), plus 11.5% superannuation
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

Further information and to apply

For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Sandra Chandler, Programs and Operations Coordinator on 02 6549 3786. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700.

If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources.

To apply: 

1. Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Please keep your responses concise. An unfinished application cannot be retrieved to finish at a later date. 
2. Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
3. Click ‘Apply’.
4. You will receive an email confirming that your application has been submitted.
5. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application.
6. Applications will be on-going and will be checked on a regular basis. Please apply as soon as possible!

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