Applications Close (AWST): 11:45 PM 17/11/2024 Salary: Less than $70,000 Occupation: Sport/Recreation Work Type: Casual Location: Kununurra - Remote WA, Wyndham - Remote WA Casual Role The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers.
As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.
The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities.
The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believe that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important and we are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of S afety, T eamwork, A ccountability, C ommunication and R espect, these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.
The Opportunity We are looking for a fit and motivated Lifeguard to join our Leisure Centre Team on a Casual basis.
The position is accountable for providing a lifeguard service for the Shire ensuring that a safe and healthy aquatic environment is maintained for customers.
This role is responsible for: Supervising all water bodies and applying lifeguard, first aid and emergency assistance where necessary; Monitoring the behaviour of patrons and following adopted procedures for addressing any inappropriate behaviour; Providing a high level of customer service to all patrons at the Centre; Providing appropriate information to customers on Centre programs and services; Maintaining the presentation and cleanliness of the Centre to the highest possible standard by assisting with cleaning of the pools, grounds, change rooms and other areas as required; Carrying out administration tasks as required.
A current Provide First Aid Certificate, resuscitation qualification, WA Working with Children Check and Royal Life Saving WA Pool Lifeguard qualifications are essential for this role.
More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.
Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary, you will also enjoy: 11.5% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3% Shire provided work uniforms and PPE Opportunities for training and development A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services We are offering an hourly rate inclusive of allowances and Superannuation of up to $45.29 (dependent on skills and experience) per hour.
APPLY NOW!
If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of this page or contact Travis Aston, Kununurra Leisure Centre Team Leader on 08 9168 2120 for a confidential discussion.
To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an acceptable National Police Clearance (dated within six months), complete a pre-placement medical questionnaire with Drugs and Alcohol Screening and undertake a pre-employment function test.
Applications will be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday 17/11/2024 As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.
We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.
However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa.
Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.
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