Facility Duty Officer

Facility Duty Officers

Join an award-winning team. Riverton and Cannington Leisureplex was a standout performer at the 2026 WA Aquatic & Recreation Industry Awards, taking home Customer Service Officer of the Year, Pool Lifeguard of the Year, Metropolitan Aquatic Technical Operator of the Year, Emerging Leader of the Year, and Swim School of the Year (Canning Swim School). Come see what a genuinely high-performing aquatics team looks like from the inside!

About the role

Are you passionate about aquatic safety and leading a dynamic team?

We are seeking for a Facility Duty Officer to oversee the day-to-day operations of our aquatic facilities. If you have a passion for aquatic safety, providing exceptional customer service and maintaining high professional standards within a team focused environment this role is for you!

A snapshot of your new role:

• Supervision of rostered Leisureplex staff while on shift

• Responding promptly to incidents and emergencies

• Facilities maintenance, ensuring safe, clean and healthy aquatic facilities

• Providing a great customer experience to patrons

• Monitoring facility operating systems, including pool plant, filtration and heating systems

• General administrative duties relating to aquatic operations

How you will thrive in this role:

• Experience supervising staff in an aquatics or recreation centre environment

• Comprehensive knowledge of pool plant operations

• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, including handling emergency situations

• Exceptional communication skills and able to interact confidently with a range of stakeholders

• Current Pool Lifeguard, Group 1 Pool Operator, CPR & Provide First Aid Certificates

• Current Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and Chlorine Gas handling certification

• LIWA Accreditation

• Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance.

• Ability to work early starts, evenings and weekends. Please see opening hours here

Why apply for this role?

• An opportunity to leverage your aquatics and leadership skills in a thriving Band 1 Local Council

• Permanent full-time opportunity

• $80,641.60 - $83,035.87 per annum + super

• We match super contributions to help you save for your future

• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other wellbeing initiatives as part of a great wellbeing calendar for all employees

• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support

• Free membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference!  With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Mackenzie Cornish, Team Leader Aquatics on 04•• ••• 285 for a confidential discussion.

Applications are open until 5.00pm, Wednesday 16 September 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required.