She's back! Be part of something extraordinary at Sydney’s most iconic aquatic and leisure facility.

This is your chance to dive in and be part of the next chapter at North Sydney Olympic Pool - a world-class aquatic and fitness destination beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Following her redevelopment, this Australian legend is set to redefine leisure industry excellence, and we’re seeking passionate individuals to help shape the culture and deliver outstanding experiences for our community.

North Sydney Council proudly owns and operates North Sydney Olympic Pool as part of its commitment to the vibrant North Sydney local government area on the city’s picturesque lower North Shore. With around 400 employees supporting 77,000 residents across 10 square kilometres of harbourside land, Council is committed to creating exceptional places and services that bring people together. You’ll join a dedicated team working in a safe, inclusive environment — where both staff and the community can thrive.

The role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Squad Coach to establish the Squad Program at our brand-new facility. The successful applicant will be responsible for development and provision of coaching programs to all squad students, working in collaboration with Learn to Swim to ensure a smooth student journey from beginner to elite.

A key aspect of this role is to lead by example, cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with team members, swimmers, teachers, parents, and the broader community.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to lead and motivate a brand-new team and establish a strong, competitive base for NSOP Swim Squads. You will be an original member of one of Sydney’s most iconic sites, making a difference, and contributing to the NSOP’s positive and competitive positioning within the wider swimming community.

The person

The Senior Squad Coach will be responsible for providing leadership to the Squad Coaches, with a focus on consistent, safe, high‑quality instruction and program delivery. This role will suit a person with extensive technical knowledge and experience in coaching principles and demonstrated success in leading squad programs.

In addition, the Senior Squad Coach will play a key role in helping to build and maintain a strong, positive squad culture—one where staff can grow and thrive, and swimmers feel motivated to train hard and proudly represent NSOP.

The ideal applicant will thrive on new challenges related to the ongoing development of NSOP Swim Squads and have the capacity to provide insightful, ongoing operational and strategic review to enhance the overall success of the programs. They will be a confident leader and collaborator who excels in motivating and mentoring staff and who is passionate about providing safety and excellence in coaching and instruction. A commitment to continuous learning and a demonstrated ability to be flexible and work with others to achieve best‑practice outcomes will be highly regarded.

Essential Criteria

SCTA Silver Coach / Swimming Australia Advanced Coach or equivalent
Experience coaching Metro, State and National Swimmers
First Aid Certificate
Excellent communication skills with both young people and adults
Demonstrated experience providing leadership and working as an effective team member.
Be able to satisfy the requirement of the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 and Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulations 2013 and provide a current NSW Working with Children Clearance; and adhere to Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

Desirable Criteria

Hold current qualifications as a Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (recognised in NSW) (Austswim / Royal Life Saving / Swim Australia).
Demonstrated understanding of the ‘business’ element of the squad program.
Broad knowledge of Learn to Swim from Infant swimming to Squads.
Pool lifeguard certification
Experience and knowledge of local government practices, regulations, and policies.

Why work at NSC?

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and positive workplace. Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate, and we value the unique contribution each member makes to the North Sydney Council. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.

Through North Sydney Council and NSOP, permanent staff have their essential training and recertification paid for. Staff also have access to a range of resources and opportunities for staff to thrive both personally and professionally, with the goal of aligning individual career goals with organisational objectives. You will have access to training programs that encompass a variety of formats including workshops, seminars, online courses and more, catering to different learning styles and preferences. North Sydney Council can also provide financial support and/or study leave to staff pursuing relevant external education (including undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications).

You’ll have access to:

Excellent work-life balance with a 76-hour- 9-day working fortnight
Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund
Access to a holistic health and well-being program and Fitness Passport
Access to employee recognition and reward program
Weekly fruit baskets
Free access to counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
Free financial advice by a certified Financial Planner
Monetary transport allowance
Close locale to transport options including train, bus, metro and bike ways

Apply now to become part of something legendary!

How to apply

Applications must include a resume
Attach a cover letter addressing all essential and desirable criteria (see above).
Answer the screening questions contained in the application process below.

It is an essential requirement of this role that a Working with Children Check (WWCC) is conducted. It is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Salary from: $89,891 to $107,336 per annum + 12% superannuation + $1,000 pa transport allowance

76 hours per fortnight with a rostered day off

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Closing Date: 21 May 2026 - 11.30pm

North Sydney Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in order to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. North Sydney Council also adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. We strongly encourage candidates from wide-ranging backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply.

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