Child Safety Commitment Statement
Gwydir Shire Council is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children
and young people throughout the Shire, including Indigenous children, those from culturally
and linguistically diverse backgrounds and children and young with disabilities.
All Gwydir Shire Council staff, volunteers and other partners have a zero-tolerance approach
to any form of child abuse in both the physical, psychological, and online environments. We
support the rights of children and young people, and we will act immediately and accordingly
to ensure an environment is maintained where they feel safe, respected, valued, and always
empowered.
We know that being a leading child safe organisation is about more than having the right
policies and procedures in place. It requires conscious actions and proactive behaviours to
protect children from harm. It means creating a culture of safety that extends from
participation and education through to ensuring all members of our organisation feel safe
and secure in reporting inappropriate behaviour.
It is essential that everyone at Gwydir Shire Council understand the important
responsibilities they have in relation to child safety, and we are committed to educating our
elected members, employees, volunteers, contractors, consultants, other partners, and the
wider community in the regard.
We want children to have a voice and know that their views are listened to and respected
and that they are given opportunities to contribute. Together we can provide an environment
where children feel safe, respected, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Primary purpose of the position
The Recreational Facilities Supervisor is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient
operation of Council’s recreational facilities, including two unmanned community gyms
(year-round) and two seasonal aquatic facilities. The role ensures facilities are
well-maintained, customer-focused, and operated in accordance with Council policies, NSW
legislation, and industry standards. During the aquatic season, the position leads and
coordinates casual pool staff whilst overseeing the operational requirements of the
community gyms. During the off-season, the position contributes to pool and grounds
maintenance and provides operational support to other Council departments.
Department and Branch Description
Forming part of the Sustainability, Land, and Compliance Department, the Business and
Strategy Directorate, is responsible for planning, environment, business improvement,
records and information management, contract administration and economic development.
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