- Continuing, Full time opportunity
- Located at Melbounre (Bundoora) campus
- Higher Education Officer (HEO) 5
- Base salary from $81,477 plus 17% superannuation contribution
About the position
La Trobe Sport oversees sports related facilities and grounds, and drives sport related programs and partnerships, to ultimately enrich a student’s time at the University through sport. The business unit collaborates across the University with sport related academics and other departments to support and enable, the best sport-related teaching and research, as well as student participation in sport and recreation. La Trobe Sport also oversees the active engagement of the wider community in the campus through the use of its sporting facilities and sport services.
- Responsible for the coordination of the Lifeguard and Duty Manager team. This includes the recruitment, onboarding, rostering, and training of all lifeguards.
- Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of La Trobe Sport facilities including pool operations, equipment management, and generally ensuring maintenance requests are handled in a way that maximises service quality, efficiency, and continuity.
- Responsible for implementing the policy and procedures ensuring compliance in emergency management.
- Assist with governance and compliance for accreditation programs, including FISU Healthy Campus and Life Saving Victoria’s Platinum Pool Program.
- Assist the Senior Operations Coordinator in managing the risk, occupational health and safety and environmental management systems within La Trobe Sport.
- Responsible for ensuring the performance of the cleaning contractors within La Trobe Sport facilities.
- Assist in the delivery of La Trobe Sport associated (internal and external) bookings and events, with an emphasis on operational excellence and risk management.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- Completion of an undergraduate degree or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
- Demonstrated ability to form a detailed knowledge of health, safety and risk management policies and the interrelationships between a range of policies and activities.
- Ability to innovate in the areas of facility management.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate contractors to ensure operational excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.
- Proven experience and success in developing staff performance through training.
- Relevant experience in working within a range of sport infrastructure operations, preferably within the university/ education sector and aquatic industries.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position Description
50143410 Sport and Aquatic Facilities Officer.pdf
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Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Wednesday 4 February 2026
Position Enquiries: Shaun Kalisz, Senior Operations Coordinator
Email: S.Kalisz@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;
Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and must include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing your suitability; and
- An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
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