Deliver meaningful outcomes that make a genuine difference in our beautiful and unique region..
- Temporary full-time position (18 Months)
- Based in Daylesford and Aquatic Facilities within the Shire
- Up to 50% Work from Home option (during off season April to November annually)
- Classified under the HSC Enterprise Agreement as Band 6
- Starting $41.90 per hour + 11.5% super and leave loading.
- On call allowance $155.18/week during pool season December to April annually
- Spread of FT hours over 7 days/week during the pool season December April annually
About us
Make Hepburn Shire Council your next career move. We are a small rural council with a dedicated team who delivers meaningful outcomes for the community. You can enjoy the challenges, fast track your career, enjoy flexibility with contemporary employee benefits and either enjoy the rural lifestyle or be in Melbourne in basically an hour.
Our main office is in the renowned, stunning tourist town of Daylesford, only 90 km northwest of Melbourne. Additional Council facilities are also located in our surrounding historical townships of Clunes, Creswick, and Trentham. Appreciate a flexible work life balance with opportunities to discover vibrant local communities of artists, gardeners, writers, musicians, foodies and so much more. Kick off your career here or bring your experience to help serve our community.
“I absolutely love working in Local Government! Sometimes it isn’t easy but the diversity of delivering over 100 services and building and maintaining assets directly for our community of residents and visitors means you won’t be bored, and you will see your role making a difference. Hepburn Shire is an amazing location, with committed staff and Councillors, so why not apply for a role…..you won’t be disappointed.” Bradley Thomas (Chief Executive Officer)
How you'll make a difference
As the Aquatics Officer you will be responsible for leading the management and operations of Council’s outdoor aquatics provision and be part of a committed team to deliver a customer focused, safe and high-quality service to the patrons of our aquatics facilities.
Our ideal candidate
As our ideal Aquatics Officer, you will have
- A customer-focused approach to the delivery of Council’s outdoor aquatics provision.
- Proven ability in planning, managing and operating community recreation and/or aquatics facilities, programs and projects.
- Demonstrated experience in aquatics operations including plant and OHS management responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and manage own time and work outcomes successfully with minimal supervision.
- Awareness of general principles of supervision of others including recruitment, HR and Workplace Safety & Risk Management.
- Well-developed communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain good working relationships, positively influence others and advocate for successful outcomes.
- Well-developed administration skills including accounts and budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to assess situations and manage appropriately.
- Model Council values and be an integral member of the Sport and Recreation Team.
What Hepburn can offer you?
What better way to spend your time off than exploring the picturesque beauty with forests, natural springs and rolling landscapes. Bicycle and walking trails, locally grown food, the variety of dining options, creative arts offerings (galleries, festivals), and markets enhance the appeal of living in or near our stunning region. All this is only an hour and a half from Melbourne.
- Meaningful work with a dedicated team
- Inclusive and safe work culture with strong drive for gender equality, diversity and transparency in fair recruitment and promotion
- Free counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Program
- Annual salary advancement within Banding through professional development planning
How to apply
Click Apply now and submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the position criteria. Please include in your application a copy of your certificates.
Further information and a copy of the Position Description visit the employment section on the Council’s website. Job vacancies Hepburn Shire Council
If you have further questions about the role or joining our team, please contact Kathie Schnur, Coordinator Sport and Recreation on 0437 078 136 or kschnur@hepburn.vic.gov.au
If you would like to contact our People and Culture team, please email recruitment@hepburn.vic.gov.au
Applications close 4pm 2 October 2024
Hepburn Shire Council is committed to providing an inclusive and safe work environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experience of all people. Applicants should be aware that we conduct working with children, police and reference checks to ensure we maintain a safe and inclusive workplace by recruiting the right people.
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