Coordinator - Aquatic Services Operations

About Maranoa Regional Council: Maranoa Regional Council is an inclusive, proud and connected community, attracting and embracing opportunity to forge a strong future for generations to come. We support our individual communities to grow while building one strong connected region that partners with people, business and industry to thrive.

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Why it is worth working at Maranoa Regional Council?

• Permanent, Full-Time Position
• Stream A, Level 5 - $80,281.66 per annum
• Maranoa locality allowance $72.00 per fortnight
• Work a 9-day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off.
• Access Long service leave after seven (7) years
• Five weeks of annual leave annually
• Ten weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, twenty weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
• Three weeks sick leave annually
• Salary sacrifice facilities (rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• Discounted Gym Memberships at PCYC and Snap Fitness
• Discounted Health Insurance through Bupa

About the Role

The Aquatic Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of all aquatic areas at the Denise Spencer Aquatic Centre. This role oversees swimming coaching programs, water quality management, lifeguard supervision, and general aquatic operations to ensure a high-quality, safe, and community-focused aquatic environment.

The Supervisor provides leadership to lifeguards and coaching staff, ensures compliance with industry standards, and supports the Centre Manager in delivering exceptional aquatic services.

Key Responsibilities

Swimming Coaching & Aquatic Programs

• Program Development — Plan, deliver, and oversee squad training, stroke development, and aquatic fitness programs.
• Coaching Supervision — Mentor and support coaching staff to ensure consistent program quality.
• Athlete Progression — Track swimmer development, maintain training plans, and communicate with parents and athletes.
• Event Coordination - Assist with swim meets, time trials, and community aquatic events.

Water Quality & Plant Operations

• Water Testing - Conduct and record regular water chemistry tests in line with Queensland Health standards.
• Plant Room Oversight - Monitor filtration, dosing systems, pumps, and backwashing schedules.
• Compliance Monitoring - Ensure water quality meets all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Maintenance Coordinator - Report faults, support contractors, and assist with preventative maintenance planning.

Lifeguard Supervision & Safety

• Lifeguard leadership - Supervise, mentor, and support lifeguards to maintain vigilance and safety standards.
• Rostering - Develop and manage lifeguard rosters to ensure adequate coverage across all aquatic zones.
• Emergency Readiness - Lead emergency response drills and ensure staff competency in rescue procedures.
• Incident Management - Oversee incident reporting, debriefing, and follow up actions.

General Aquatic Operations

• Daily Operations - Ensure pools, equipment, and aquatic spaces are safe, clean and ready for use.
• Patron engagement - Provide professional support to patrons, clubs, and community groups.
• Facility Planning - Assist with scheduling, programming, and operational planning.
• Risk Management - Identify hazards, implement controls, and uphold safety standards.

Leadership & Team Support

• Team Leadership - Provide positive, hands-on leadership across all aquatic operations.
• Training & Development - Support staff with inductions, ongoing training and professional development
• Performance Monitoring - Provide feedback, coaching, and support to ensure high performance.
• Workplace Culture - Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive team environment

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the attached Position Description, which provides the detailed responsibilities and required skills, experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:

• Covering letter stating why you are interested in the position.
• Current resume (CV).
• Address the questions presented in the application form.

Additional Information

MRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

The preferred candidate must have the legal right to work in Australia and will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

For more information:

🌐 Website: www.maranoa.qld.gov.au
📞 Telephone: [1300 007 662](tel:1300 007 662)

Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace