Swim Academy Coordinator

Closing date: 17/10/2025 12:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Fairfield LGA

Department: Leisure Centres, Showground & Golf Course

Compensation: Annual Salary AUD $77, $90,957.00

Employment type: Permanent Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

THE POSITION:

The Fairfield City Swim Academy is seeking a self-motivated and proactive individual to join its innovative team in the position of Swim Academy Coordinator.

The successful applicant will be responsible for staff management, Co-ordination of all Swim Academy programs, organising, implementing and conducting the Swim Academy's services, including Learn to swim classes, squad coaching, school programs etc.

The position is required to coordinate, process of all Aquatic/waterpark program enquiries and bookings, display and maintain a high standard of professionalism in the position, performing administrative duties related to the role and the Swim Academy.

You will be working closely within a team environment overseeing permanent and casual swim academy staff, the coordinator is organised able to meet deadlines and enjoys a challenge, there are new ideas to be implemented and we encourage staff to use their initiative, strive to continue to broaden the swim academy.

If you are looking for a position within a strong organisation, that provides personal development training, encourages growth, values its employees and are passionate about the aquatic industry we encourage you to apply. Applicants to address the below criteria in their application.

ESSENTIAL:

When applying for the position it is necessary to describe the level of knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required for the position including:

• Must have relevant industry qualifications Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Certificate from any of the following Organisations Austswim, Royal Life Saving Swim Australia,
• CPR Certificate
• Working with Children's Check.
• Minimum 3year's experience within the Aquatic Industry
• Strong understanding of the Aquatic and Learn-to-Swim industry and programs.
• Demonstrated experience with facility management systems.
• Demonstrated experience in program development & implementation.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision/management of staff.
• Describe additional knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience that would be beneficial to the position

DESIRABLE:

• Relevant industry qualifications in extension Certification eg Access and Inclusion, Infants and Pre School or Competitive Strokes
• Coaching Qualification.
• Assessor Certification
• Staff Performance Management

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Permanent position, 76hours per fortnight between 5am -11pm Monday to Sunday. Commencing and finishing times will be flexible and depend on operational needs.
• This position is a Grade 4, salary range is $ 77,652 p.a. with progression to $81,577p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $ 90,957p.a, plus 12% Super
• Position includes Sick leave and Annual leave entitlements.
• Uniform provided.

CLOSING DATE: 12noon Friday 17th October 2025.

Enquiries regarding the position directed to Nichole Casey

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the Position Description. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council's Website. To apply online visit Council's website Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.

We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.

PO BOX 21 BRADLEY CUTTS

FAIRFIELD NSW 1860 GENERAL MANAGER