About Aligned Leisure
Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established to manage the operations of Richmond’s health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people, systems and culture of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure operates more than 50 leisure centres, aquatic facilities, stadiums, gyms and community venues across Victoria and New South Wales.
At Aligned Leisure, culture is paramount. We are committed to developing our people in a supportive, values-driven environment where connection, authenticity and care matter. Our people are encouraged to thrive and win together – supporting one another, telling our stories, and building genuine relationships with the communities we serve.
If you are passionate about regional communities, enjoy leading teams, and want to make a tangible difference through sport, recreation and water safety, we would love to hear from you.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities 1. Delivery of Swim School and School Swimming Programs
Lead and manage all Learn to Swim, School Swimming, squad and aquatic education programs at Mildura Waves
Build strong, collaborative relationships with local primary and secondary schools to grow participation in School Swimming programs
Coordinate the planning, staffing and delivery of school swimming and water safety programs during school terms
Recruit, induct, train and performance-manage swim school and school program staff
Ensure the delivery of safe, engaging and high-quality lessons aligned with industry best practice
Maintain strong relationships with key industry bodies and service providers
Manage programs within agreed budgets
Provide accurate program information across all relevant communication channels
2. Participation and Program Growth
Maximise lesson numbers and school program utilisation
Implement a customer-centric culture where students enjoy their lessons and schools feel supported and well informed
Develop structured retention, progression and acquisition strategies across both swim school and school programs
Support promotional and engagement initiatives in collaboration with Customer Experience and Aquatics leadership
Effectively program aquatic space to balance:
Learn to Swim and School Swimming demand
Squad and lap swimming
Community access and recreation
School, club and community group use
3. Program Development and Regional Support
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of aquatic and water safety industry trends
Lead and educate teaching teams on new approaches, curriculum updates and innovations
Contribute to annual program, service and asset planning
From time to time, provide leadership support and guidance for programming at Mildura’s seasonal outdoor pools, particularly during peak summer operations
4. Leadership and Culture
Role model Aligned Leisure values, behaviours and service standards
Build a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture
Act in the best interests of Aligned Leisure and the Mildura community at all times
5. Customer and Community Experience
Deliver outstanding service and memorable experiences for students, families and school partners
Ensure all swim school staff understand and deliver on Aligned Leisure’s customer charter and service promise
Take a proactive, solutions-focused approach to feedback and continuous improvement
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Qualifications and Experience
Experience managing swim school programs and/or school-based aquatic programs
AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (preferred but not essential)
Current or ability to obtain:
Working With Children Check
First Aid and CPR certification
Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment checks
Personal Attributes
Strong customer focus with a community-first mindset
Confident engaging with schools, principals and teachers
Comfortable leading teams while also working autonomously
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Disciplined and capable of managing multiple priorities
Passionate about delivering exceptional service
Able to think strategically and execute operationally
Motivated by regional leadership, community impact and program growth
Why Work and Live in Mildura?
Mildura offers a lifestyle and career opportunity that is increasingly rare:
Affordable housing and a significantly lower cost of living than capital cities
Short commute times and genuine work-life balance
Warm climate and access to the Murray River, outdoor recreation and sport
Strong community connection and a welcoming regional feel
Greater leadership responsibility, autonomy and visibility than many metro roles
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact through schools, families and community programs
For those open to relocation, Mildura provides the chance to progress your career while enjoying a more balanced, connected way of life – supported by a values-driven organisation in Aligned Leisure.
