Swimming and Water Safety are seeking to establish a pool of Program Coordinators for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise from May 2026 and up to the end of April 2028. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Swimming and Water Safety is responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of the Interm Swimming and VacSwim programs which provide vital swimming and water safety education to children aged 5 – 17. These programs play a crucial role in helping young people stay safer in and around the water by building essential skills and confidence.
The Role
You don’t need to be an expert in teaching swimming but you will play a key part in coordinating the people and resources required to make sure these programs are successful.
This role is perfect for people who enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team, organising and coordinating teams of people and ensuring the smooth operation of programs.
What’s important in this role is your ability to oversee the development, management and evaluation of the programs, and to be able to work effectively within the Program Coordinator team. It’s all about delivering great swimming and water safety programs for the benefit of children.
This includes:
- managing human resources (ensuring the right instructors are in place to deliver quality programs)
- engaging with various stakeholders including families, instructors, venue operators and school staff to ensure program success.
- using MS Office systems and program data bases to keep all aspects of program coordination organised, accurate and delivered on time. Strong attention to detail is crucial to ensure information is correct and processes run smoothly.
- evaluating the programs and working to continuously improve their effectiveness and the experience for families, schools, students and venues.
What are we looking for?
We’re seeking someone who brings:
- Experience in working within teams, managing or coordinating programs and teams of people.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and working with databases, supported by a a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Flexibility and adaptability, with the capacity to adjust to changing priorities and program needs.
- The ability to manage complex interpersonal situations with professionalism and empathy.
- A passion for helping others and improving programs, with a commitment to supporting safer communities.
If successful, you will join a dynamic, fast-paced team of friendly professionals and work closely with other Program Coordinators to deliver great outcomes.
Professional Benefits
We are currently located in the in the northern suburbs (Padbury) with a possible future relocation to Tuart Hill, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leonie McKenzie, Principal Consultant – Service Delivery, Swimming and Water Safety on (08) 9402 6385 or by emailing Leonie.McKenzie@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A one (1) page statement addressing the following 2 selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated well developed program/project coordination and management skills and experience in planning, implementing, enhancing and evaluating programs.
- Demonstrated well developed knowledge and experience in human resource management, including planning, scheduling, development, performance management and recruitment.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1029972
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 March 2026
