Ko wai matou Who are we
The Todd Energy Aquatic Centre, located in New Plymouth, is a premier facility offering a wide range of aquatic activities and amenities. Featuring an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a dedicated diving pool, a wave pool, and a therapeutic spa area, it caters to swimmers of all ages and skill levels. The centre provides swim lessons, aqua fitness classes, and competitive training programs, ensuring a comprehensive aquatic experience for the community. With its state-of-the-art facilities and welcoming atmosphere, the Todd Energy Aquatic Centre is the perfect destination for family fun, fitness, and relaxation.
Te aheinga The opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated and responsible Assistant Duty Lifeguard to join our team. This role involves ensuring the safety of all patrons, supervising pool activities, and assisting with daily operations of the aquatic centre. You will be an integral part of our team, providing support to the Duty Lifeguard and contributing to a safe and welcoming environment. The role will require applicants to be available to work on a roster between the hours of 5.00am-7.30pm, which includes working 2 out of 3 weekends.
Tino takohanga Key responsibilities
Ensure health and safety is maintained through actively supervising all activities within the centre that meet industry standards and respond to any incidents and emergency situations.
Perform water chemical tests to ensure quality of the pool water.
Assist with the identification of maintenance requirements.
Assist with the leadership and mentoring of other lifeguards.
Step up and act in the Duty Lifeguard position when required.
Actively ensure that legislative requirements and Council policies and procedures are fulfilled, particularly in relation to all key relevant legislation.
Nga tino pukenga me nga wheako Essential skills and experience
Hold a current Comprehensive First Aid and a Pool Lifeguard Practicing certificate.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Hold a current Swimming Pool Water Treatment qualification is an advantage.
He aha ai a Taranaki? Why Taranaki?
With the stunning Mt Taranaki as a backdrop and the warm iron sands along our coast, it is no wonder Taranaki is one of the best regions in New Zealand and the world. In Taranaki, it's easy to achieve an enviable lifestyle without having to compromise your career. Our region's dynamic surf, multitude of parks and gardens, iconic walkways, major events calendar, and mountain playground make this the place to live!
Ou matou rourou What we offer
At the New Plymouth District Council, we aim to create and sustain a truly rewarding workplace environment for our staff including solid career pathways, learning and development opportunities as well as personal and professional development. You can expect to start in this permanent full-time role with us between $54,376 - $57,847. We have also put together an Our Peoples Package that spans Wellbeing, Development, Benefits, Culture, and Recognition.
If you think this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
This role is considered a children's worker role and will be subject to safety checking as part of the Children's Act 2014.
Applications close Sunday 13th October 2024.
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