Job Description
At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE
The Swimming Pool Barrier Compliance Officer is responsible for undertaking inspections to ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation as well as the promotion of swimming pool safety. This includes all relevant administration responsibilities and inspections associated with Council’s Swimming Pool Barrier Inspection program.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide timely and as well as accurate advice in relation to swimming barrier pool compliance and standards
Maintain excellent customer service and relationships with key stakeholders, including pool owners using negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Promote Council’s Swimming Pool Barrier Inspection Program, participating in community engagement activities
Serve Orders/Notices under the Swimming Pools Act 1++2 and any other relevant Act or Regulation,
Issue swimming pool Compliance Certificates for swimming pool safety barriers where appropriate
Essential to this role is a Certificate IV in a relevant discipline and/or a working knowledge and ability to interpret relevant legislation, regulations and codes applicable to swimming pools including Swimming Pools Act 1++2 and Regulation 2008, AS 1+26 Swimming Pool Safety parts 1 & 2 or extensive experience in a similar environment. This will be complemented by your well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal, presentation and public relation skills, with a high level of conflict resolution skills.
Registration as a Swimming Pool Inspector with NSW Fair Trading (formerly E1) would be advantageous in this role.
This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 35 hours per week.
Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade + of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $73,+08 - $83,137 per annum plus a generous vehicle allowance of $17,043 and 11.5% superannuation.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD
Your wellbeing benefits include:
Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks
Your flexible work benefits may include:
Work from home
Rostered Day Off
+-day fortnight
4-day week
Your leave benefits include:
Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
Annual Leave
Sick + Carer’s Leave
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
Parental Leave
Domestic + Family Violence Leave
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Your development benefits include:
Training Courses + Professional Development
Education Assistance
Leadership Development Program
Emerging Leaders Program
'Grow our Own' Program
Your reward + recognition benefits include:
ESSPecialist Program Awards
Service Awards
Be Valued Recognition Program
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.
Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.
For further information regarding this role please see the position description.
INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Andrew Henry, Coordinator Regulatory Services on 0417XXXXXX.
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 2026.
Job No: SC2026XXXXXX+
Location: Singleton
💡 Quick Summary
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