Aquatic Coordinator – Borroloola

About The Remote Pools Project:

The Remote Pools Project is a community led program that improves the health and vitality of First Nations communities, for present and future generations.

Pools are much more than a place to swim, and for nowhere more so than in a remote community. Local swimming pools are a vital and valuable community resource – places to gather, connect, clean off and cool down on a hot day!

The Opportunity:

The Y NT is seeking an Aquatic Coordinator or Duty Manager to join our Remote Pools Project team and support the ongoing operation of Borroloola Pool.

This is a full-time, ongoing position, with an anticipated commencement in early November 2026. Unlike some of our seasonal remote aquatic facilities, Borroloola Pool operates year-round and is an important community facility for the Borroloola community.

Responsibilities:

• Safe Pool Operations: Support the safe and effective day-to-day operation of Borroloola Pool, ensuring a welcoming environment for the whole community.
• Team Leadership: Lead and support local staff, lifeguards and other team members to deliver safe and engaging aquatic experiences.
• Aquatic Safety: Provide lifeguard supervision and maintain high standards of water safety, emergency response and risk management.
• Program Delivery: Support and deliver aquatic, recreational, water safety and community programs based on local needs.
• Community Engagement: Build positive relationships with community members, local organizations and stakeholders and identify opportunities for partnerships, programs and events.
• Pool Plant Operations: Support water quality monitoring, testing and general pool plant operations. Aquatic Coordinators will have greater responsibility for ensuring plant and water-quality requirements are effectively managed.
• Staff Administration: Assist with staff rostering, timesheets, training, onboarding and ongoing development.
• Facility Presentation: Maintain a clean, safe, inclusive and welcoming facility for staff and community members.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure operations are conducted in accordance with Y NT procedures, relevant legislation and aquatic industry standards.
• Site Management: Aquatic Coordinators will have additional responsibility for operational planning, reporting, budgeting, staffing and overall site performance.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Current Pool Lifeguard qualification.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Current driver’s license.
• Experience within the aquatic, recreation, sport or community services sector.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small operational team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to live and work in a remote First Nations community.
• Willingness to learn about and understand the local community, culture and issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Ability to build respectful and effective relationships in a cross-cultural environment.

Highly regarded:

• Pool Plant Operations / Aquatic Technical Operator qualification.
• Previous experience supervising or coordinating an aquatic facility.
• Experience leading and developing staff.
• Swim teaching or aquatic program delivery qualifications and experience.
• Previous experience living or working in a remote community.

Benefits:

• 5 weeks annual leave.
• Accommodation provided, including utilities and internet.
• Shared vehicle access for work purposes.
• $10,000 p.a. Remote Living Allowance (pro rata where applicable).
• Not-for-profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free/FBT exempt, plus up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Opportunity to live and work in a remote community and contribute to a program focused on community health, wellbeing and connection.
• Support from the broader Y NT Aquatics and Remote Pools team.

Further Information

For a detailed position description please contact recruitment@ynt.org.au

All applications should be accompanied by a cover letter detailing suitability for the position and a copy of your CV.

Applications close Monday 6th November 2026

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Y!

Please note: We may conduct interview and hire prior to the advertisement expiring.