Aquatics Team Leader

3 weeks ago

Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities. We employ over 6000 academic and professional staff to support the success of 41,000+ students.

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

We are excited to announce the opening of our state-of-the-art Recreation Centre in late 2024, a hub for sport, health and wellbeing on our campus. As we embark on this new chapter, we are seeking an experienced **Aquatics Team Leader**.

The Aquatics Team Leader will be pivotal in the University Recreation Centre's aquatics team. You will be responsible for assisting the Aquatics Manager in the daily operations and programming of aquatic facilities, ensuring patron safety, managing staff, coordinating programs, and maintaining a positive environment.

You will also uphold the highest standards of aquatic safety, customer service, and program excellence, ensuring safe, efficient, and enjoyable aquatic facilities and services.

The main responsibilities of this role include:

- Lifeguard Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise 6 direct reports and casual team
- Aquatic Facility Oversight: Manage the daily operations of all aquatic facilities, including the monitoring of pool water quality, chemical balance, and general facility cleanliness.
- Aquatic Program Coordination: Support developing and implementing a diverse schedule of aquatic programmes, classes, and events.
- Customer Service and Communication: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to patrons' inquiries, concerns, and feedback.

This is an opportunity to work hands-on and shape the aquatic facilities at our world-class institution while ensuring the safe, efficient, and enjoyable operation of our facilities, programmes, and services.

For more information about the role, please view the position description and to learn about new Recreation Centre, please visit our website.

**He kōrero mōu | About you**

They will also bring the following skills and experience:

- Relevant Sport and Recreation or management qualification or experience in a similar role Team Leader position
- Minimum 3 years experience in Pool Lifeguarding
- Current or previous Lifeguard, Water Safety, or Water treatment certification from a recognised organisation including experience managing a pool plant, water quality and facility maintenance experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer**

Waipapa Taumata Rau |The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees, which ensures a healthy work-life balance through:

- Five weeks’ annual leave per annum
- Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
- 37.5 hours working week
- Additional parental leave payments
- Free gym, pool and rec centre membership
- Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**

Join us in shaping a vibrant and thriving Recreation Centre at Waipapa Taumata Rau |The University of Auckland. Be part of a team that promotes health, well-being, and a sense of community.

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of **Sunday 5th May**, to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.
**Additional Information**

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