The key duties of the position include
Applications close at 11:30 pm AEST 17 October 2025 (late applications will not be accepted).
The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men's and Women's Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.
Are you up for the challenge?
About the team -
The AIS Aquatic Centre operates a diverse range of state-of-the-art facilities over a 7-day operating environment, including: 50m and 25m indoor heated pools, testing and training pool and Recovery Centre. These facilities are utilised by both High Performance and commercial programs, and the Centre is open to the public for individual use, with both pools also being available for hire for group use by schools, sporting clubs and other organisations.
About the role -
An opportunity exists for 1 suitably qualified individual to assist the Pool Operations manager in coordinating day-to-day operations. In this position, under direction from the Pool Operations manager, you will be required to:
- Co-ordinate and supervise Pool Operators in the provision of lifeguarding and equipment and facility set-up/pack-down
- Keep abreast of developments and trends in the aquatic and leisure industry to maintain the leading-edge profile of the Centre
- Possess technical knowledge with regard to electronic timing systems and water quality
- Guide, mentor and inspire employees to ensure a motivated, productive, and inclusive team environment.
To be successful in the role, you will need:
- Current Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard certificate
- Senior First Aid qualification
- Ability to work on a rotating roster (4 on / 4 off) which includes weekends.
- Demonstrated experience in operations of an aquatic, sporting, and/or recreational facility.
- Pool and Spa Operators certificate or willingness to obtain.
This position is offered as an ONGOING position.
Why work with us?
We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Across all locations, we offer:
- Options for adaptable working arrangements.
- Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
- Access to a customised ASC L&D; calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
- Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
- Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
- Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.
Additionally, our Canberra campus offers:
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
- Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker's Cottage Childcare Centre.
📌 Senior Pool Operator
🏢 APS
📍 Canberra