- Develop your career in operations in this supported leadership role
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Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state!
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Additional opportunities to work as Duty Manager!
At the Y our vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong.
As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better.
About the Centre
North Melbourne Recreation Centre is an aquatic and recreation centre located in North Melbourne, Victoria. The Centre run a variety of fitness and stadium programs throughout the year and our outdoor pools are open seasonally.
About The Role
As an Lifeguard Team Leader at North Melbourne Recreation Centre, you will support with day-to-day operations and oversee the lifeguard team, including recruitment, training, and scheduling. You will confidently support plant room operations and contractor systems, ensuring adherence to aquatic safety protocols like GSPOs, and leading the Health & Safety Committee. Responsibilities also include managing incident reporting, conducting operations audits. Additional duties include:
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General leadership within the operations/lifeguard team including assisting the Operations Coordinator in managing and developing the team
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Rostering and paying of staff
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End of month reporting & invoicing
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Coordinating with other centre leaders
This is a Part-Time position with a hourly rate of $33.87 per hour + super.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have strong admin skills, show attention to detail, and have experience leading a small team. You will have experience working as a duty manager or lifeguard and able to commit to a regular pattern of work, whilst being able to include additional rostered hours during seasonal peak times.
Essential Qualifications
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HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
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Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
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Experience performing pool lifeguard and duty manager duties
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Understanding of risk management & basic OHS systems
Benefits
At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits that improve your well-being and help you develop as an individual, such as:
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Flexible working arrangements
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Opportunities for career development and growth
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Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
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Free access to the Virtual Y – online Health and wellness
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Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits.
Commitment to Child and Young People Safety
YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.
How to Apply
If this is you, click the Apply button.
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.
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