SWIM SCHOOL PORTAL

The Aquatic Risk Officer will be responsible for promoting safe aquatic venues and safe participation in aquatic related activities across NSW. Key components of the role include conducting a range of Aquatic Safety Assessments; conducting professional development opportunities to industry; providing support to the Aquatic Industry Services Team.

The role reports to the Aquatic Risk Services Manager and is based at the Castle Hill Office. The role requires regional travel to assist the 5 regional offices.

Key Responsibilities

· Conduct Aquatic Facility Safety Assessments and provide appropriate recommendations to assist in an improvement strategy.

· Conduct Mystery Guest Assessments and document compliance against industry best practice.

· Provide guidance and advice to the NSW aquatic industry regarding current State and National Guidelines and Legislation.

· Provide a range of in-service training, facilitation, and instruction to industry partners.

· Conduct professional development for industry partners.

· Contribute to a range of risk services as outlined by the Aquatic Risk Services Manager, including but not limited to inland safety assessments, signage assessments, facility design assessments, supervision assessments; guideline and policy development.

· Build and support partnership opportunities across all aquatic risk; drowning prevention; training and educations areas.

· Represent Royal Life Saving NSW at industry events, conferences and seminars.

Skills and Experience

Essential

· Demonstrated knowledge and experience in aquatic facility operations including, but not limited to, pool plant operations; water quality maintenance; work health and safety; risk management; and coordination of lifeguard services

· 5+ years’ experience in aquatics operations roles

· Demonstrated knowledge of statutory obligations and regulatory requirements relevant to the operation of an aquatic facility

· Time management and organisational skills

· Strong communication skills

· Excellent attention to detail and task-focused

· Essential skills in using Microsoft Office products

Desirable

· Demonstrated experience in conducting safety assessments, risk assessments, report writing, providing guidance for workable solutions

· Lead Auditor qualification

· Relevant qualifications in WHS, quality management, or similar

· Certificate IV in Training and Assessment