• Lead Community Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping youth programs and community wellbeing by leading dynamic, inclusive initiatives that support young people across the Walgett Shire.

• Diverse Leadership Opportunity: Combine your leadership skills with hands-on coordination of both youth services and aquatic facility operations—offering variety, responsibility, and community engagement in one unique role.

• Professional Growth in a Supportive Council: Join a progressive council environment with strong internal support, where your expertise in youth development and aquatic management can thrive through collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Attractive salary of between $1,320.87 to $1,612.01 based on experience, skills and qualifications, plus superannuation.

• Generous benefits, including 4 weeks of annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, flex leave arrangements, and more!

About us:

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales rich in history and natural beauty. Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore.

For more information about Walgett and the Lightning Ridge area, please click here.

At Walgett Shire Council we have a people-first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.

About the role:

The Youth Development and Aquatic Facilities Team Leader is responsible for coordinating and supervising Council’s youth programs and aquatic facilities to ensure they are safe, engaging, and responsive to community needs. This hands-on leadership role involves managing staff, overseeing daily operations, and delivering programs that support young people and promote community wellbeing.  Please refer to the Position Description for the hours of duty applicable to the role.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and delivering youth programs that are engaging, inclusive, and community-focused.

• Proven ability to supervise and motivate multidisciplinary teams in both youth and aquatic environments.

• Holds relevant qualifications in lifeguarding, first aid, and pool water quality testing to ensure safety and compliance.

• Strong organisational skills with experience managing staff rosters, events, and day-to-day facility operations.

• Skilled in building positive relationships with young people, colleagues, and community stakeholders.

• Practical knowledge of aquatic facility operations, including water testing, chemical handling, and incident response.

• Committed to continuous improvement, high-quality customer service, and representing Council in a professional and positive manner.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

The full position description can be viewed by clicking here.

For further information or discussion about the position, contact Sandra Bladen on 0437 273 706 during business hours.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive salary of approximately between $1,320.87 to $1,612.01 based on experience, skills and qualifications, plus superannuation.
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• Generous benefits, including 4 weeks of annual leave and long service leave after 5 years.
• Flex-time arrangements, promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the instructions below, complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter.

A failure to answer selection criteria and to attach your resume will result in your application being rejected.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team via email jobs@walgett.nsw.gov.au 

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9am on Friday 18 July 2025.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.