* Free facility access
* Great career paths and development with an entrepreneurial organisation
* Enjoy a great work / life balance with mornings, evenings and weekend shifts
* Full-Time Position (seasonal contract)
This is a great opportunity for qualified lifeguards or operational staff looking to step up who value water safety and love working with people, to provide leadership and coaching to our team.
The Venue
Nestled in the heart of the Wellington community, the Wellington Aquatic Leisure Centre is a vibrant and much-loved seasonal facility that operates from September through March. Designed with families and fitness enthusiasts in mind, the centre features a spacious 50-metre outdoor pool ideal for lap swimming and swim training, a heated leisure pool perfect for relaxation and casual play, and an exciting splash pad that keeps kids entertained for hours, access to BBQ facilities and a cafe. With its strong community spirit and diverse offerings, the centre is more than just a pool—it's a social and recreational hub that brings people together.
Step Into Leadership – Aquatics Operations Coordinator
Are you ready to take the next big step in your aquatics career? We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic, reliable, and people-focused Aquatics Operations Coordinator to join our vibrant team!
This hands-on leadership role offers the perfect opportunity for an experienced Lifeguard or Duty Manager ready to level up in the leisure industry. You'll play a key part in shaping a safe, dynamic, and welcoming environment for our community, while supporting the Centre Manager with the day-to-day operations of the Centre.
You’ll be the driving force behind our Lifeguard and Duty Manager teams—leading by example, ensuring exceptional supervision, safety, and risk management standards, and fostering a high-performing team culture.
What makes this opportunity exciting?
o You’ll be in a leadership position that has real impact, helping shape the safety and experience of every visitor.
o You’ll work in a fast-paced, community-focused environment where no two days are the same.
o You’ll have the chance to build meaningful relationships with key stakeholders and truly make your mark in the industry.
o We’re looking for someone who is energetic, proactive, and passionate about water safety. You’ll bring strong leadership skills, a customer-first mindset, and outstanding communication abilities.
If you're ready to inspire others and thrive in a fun, supportive, and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Skills & Attributes:
o Strong leadership experience with an ability to inspire others
o Excellent verbal communication skills
o An understanding of OHS and public safety applications within your facility
o Ability to work mornings, evenings and weekends
o Current First Aid (Level 2) & Current CPR Certificate
o National Police Check
o Current Working with Children Check
o Current Pool Lifeguard Certificate
o Current Pool Operations Certificate
o Previous experience and success in a comparable role
The Company
Belgravia Leisure is part of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group (BHLG) and is the fastest growing leisure organisation in Australia. Our core areas of business and facilities stewardship include health clubs, wellness and spa, golf, aquatic and sporting venues in 150 locations across Australia and New Zealand.
We are in an exciting period of growth, and look to continue to diversify and deliver results while being a strong community citizen. With an annual turnover in excess of $180m, the group are looking for the best and brightest to assist with taking the organisation into the future.
We will provide innovative recruitment strategies to remove any barriers that may prevent potential suitable applicants. These includes:
o A dedicated contact person to receive expressions of interest in the job and complete a verbal job application during which the person answers questions over the telephone.
o Allowing a short video submission describing their application for the job
o Allowing a support person during an interview
We value diversity and encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, people of any age or gender, people identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and gender diverse, intersex and/or queer (LGBTIQA+) and people with disability.
We are committed to providing a child safe environment. Please refer to our child safety framework. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a national police check and a Working with Children check.