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Central Otago District Council:Aquatics Supervisor - Alexandra Pool

Central Otago District Council:Aquatics Supervisor - Alexandra Pool

Central Otago District Council

Listed: 18 Nov 2025

This brand-new full-time role gives you real leadership at Alexandra Pool.


You'll share leadership with a co-Supervisor as part of a leadership team.


If you're passionate about aquatics and love leading teams-this is your moment.


What You'll Do:


Lead Your Facility

  • Take charge of daily operations at Alexandra Aquatic Centre
  • Make the calls, solve problems, keep things running smoothly
  • Work in partnership with your co-Supervisor to provide consistent leadership
  • Ensure compliance with PoolSafe and health & safety regulations


Build Your Team

  • Lead, mentor, and develop Pool Crew
  • Provide performance feedback and growth opportunities
  • Help with rostering and staffing
  • Model excellence in safety and customer service


Keep Everyone Safe

  • Run safety drills and ensure emergency readiness
  • Investigate incidents and implement fixes
  • Maintain active supervision and respond to emergencies
  • Lead daily inspections, water quality testing, and plant operations


Champion Customer Experience

  • Deliver exceptional service and resolve complaints
  • Promote swim programmes and community activities
  • Build relationships with schools, clubs, and stakeholders


Who We're Looking For

Must Have:

  • Current PLPC (or can obtain)
  • First Aid Certification (6400, 6401 & 6402)
  • Strong swimming and lifesaving skills
  • PoolSafe and health & safety knowledge
  • Availability to work weekends and public holidays


Your Skills:

  • Team management and mentoring
  • Excellent communication
  • Stay calm in emergencies
  • Prior aquatic/leisure facility experience (preferred)


Your Attitude:

  • Positive, proactive leader
  • Empathetic and supportive
  • Professional and approachable
  • Self-motivated problem-solver


Why This Rocks:

  • Brand new full-time position with career progression
  • Lead one of Central Otago's premier aquatic facilities
  • Share leadership with a co-Supervisor
  • Part of a growing team (nearly 60 staff!)


Please apply online


Applications close 1/12/2025