Pool Manager

The Position

The role of the Pool Manager is to supervise the day-to-day operation of Kells Swimming Pool, ensuring that required levels of staffing, security and safety are maintained. They are also responsible for supervising all staff on site, handling enquiries and complaints and ensuring that an appropriate level of service is maintained, together with a high level of customer satisfaction.

Purpose, Duties and Responsibilities

The duties of the post of the Pool Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Arranging for the opening and closing of the swimming pool each day at the hours as fixed;

• Supervising the day to day operation of the swimming pool, ensuring that required levels of staffing, security, safety, and general cleanliness are maintained;

• Supervising and checking the issue of admission tickets and accounting for all money received;

• Preparation of work rosters and completion of timesheets;

• Preparation of swimming pool timetables;

• Supervising all staff on site, handling enquiries and complaints and ensuring that an appropriate level of service is maintained, together with a high level of customer satisfaction;

• Ensuring that all equipment and supplies are controlled and recorded as required and that maintenance, cleaning and repairs are properly carried out;

• Overseeing the operation of the chlorination, filtration, ventilation and heating plants and carrying out the testing of pool water;

• Supervising activities in the swimming pool and outdoor areas;

• Assisting with the overall function of the reception area;

• Lead implementation of service programmes, including structured swimming lessons, IT system upgrades, and customer registration processes;

• Monitor financial performance of pool operations and contribute to strategies for income generation and cost efficiency;

• Develop partnerships with schools, clubs, and community groups to maximize pool usage;

• Ensuring that all staff are fully trained in all aspects of their duties and keeping records of same;

• Attending regular meetings in relation to the management of the swimming pool with staff assigned by Meath County Council;

• Undertaking such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

The successful candidate will not be permitted to have any direct or indirect role in the commercial hiring or other such use of Kells Swimming Pool.

In undertaking these duties, the Pool Manager will report regularly and as required to the relevant section in Meath County Council (Environment Department) and will keep it informed of issues that arise, as appropriate.

Qualifications for the Post

Character

Each candidate must be of good character.

Health

Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Education and Experience

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

a) hold a current Water Safety Ireland (WSI) or Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS UK) life-saving qualification or equivalent;

b) hold a NCEF/NCEHS qualification or equivalent;

c) have knowledge of leisure centre management and operation;

d) be familiar with the Irish Sports Council publication “Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport”;

e) have a good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, their implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace.

A Swimming Teachers Award is desirable but not essential. Candidates not in possession of this award may be required to acquire it if appointed to this position. Revalidation of recommended lifesaving awards may be required on a regular basis.

Please note that successful applicants will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed.

Desirable Experience and Knowledge

• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to engage with a wide range of people;

• have knowledge of managing a customer based service and experience in the supervision of staff;

• possess good organisation skills and be capable of keeping written reports as required;

• have an ability to work on own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision;

• possess good IT skills including proficiency in digital systems for scheduling, payments, and customer communication;

• have a willingness to learn and aptitude to use new information systems;

• have an ability and willingness to learn and execute new skills and to provide and participate in appropriate training courses where required.

Miscellaneous Provisions

Salary

Salary scale: €57,322 – €70,030 per annum (EL 07/25), analogous to the Senior Staff Officer grade. Payment of increments is dependent on satisfactory performance.

Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with the appropriate Departmental Circulars.

Hours of Work

The normal working hours will be 35 hours per week, subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended) and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001.

Hours may vary over a 7-day period and will include evenings, weekends and public holidays on a rota basis, to facilitate the services provided by the Swimming Pool. Duties may occasionally require attendance outside standard hours (e.g., training or programme delivery) without additional remuneration.

The hours of duty will vary from early morning to late evening within the opening hours of the Swimming Pool. There will be two free days per week. Standard hours of attendance are such as to meet public demand for the use of the Swimming Pool and are subject to an approved maximum for the grade.

The Council reserves the right to alter hours of work from time to time in response to operational needs. Overtime, where necessary, must be approved in advance and will be remunerated in accordance with agreed rates and procedures.

Start Date

Meath County Council shall require a person to whom an offer of employment is made to take up an appointment within a reasonable period of time, usually two months from date of offer, to meet the organisational requirements of the Council. Meath County Council reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that an appointment is not taken up within such a period.

Leave

30 days per annum

Sick Leave

The terms of the Public Service Sick Pay Scheme will prevail.

Probation

The following provisions will apply:

(a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation;

(b) such period shall be 9 months but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period;

(c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory.

Travel

It is desirable that holders of the post should hold a full driving licence for class B vehicles and shall be required to drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. Travelling expenses and subsistence expenses necessarily incurred in the course of official duties will be refunded in accordance with appropriate rates in line with the relevant Department Circulars and Local Authority Travel and Subsistence Policy.

Meath County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on your insurance policy. If during your employment, your licence is revoked, even temporarily, or if you receive endorsements on your licence which may affect your duties, you are obliged to notify the Council immediately.

Residence

The person holding the office must reside in, or at an address convenient to performing the role/function as approved by the Chief Executive.

Citizenship

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or

b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or

c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or

d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or

e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or

f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa.

Safety and Welfare

The holder of the post shall co-operate with the terms of Meath County Council’s Safety Statement and Major Emergency Plan. He/she shall familiarise him/herself with the safety rules and procedures and make proper use of all safety, clothing and equipment.

Training

It is a condition of employment that successful candidates will be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post.

Garda Vetting

Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position.

Outside Employment

The officer may not engage in private practice, or be connected with any outside business, which would interfere with the performance of official duties.

Superannuation Contribution

Membership of the Local Government Superannuation Scheme or the Single Public Service Pension Scheme is compulsory for all employees. Details will be provided to the appointee prior to appointment.

A person who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children).

A person paying the Class A rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority will be required in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme.

A person who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority who is liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of his/her superannuation to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of pensionable remuneration. A person paying the Class D rate of PRSI who becomes a pensionable officer of a local authority, depending on their existing scheme, may be a member of a dependent scheme, i.e. either the Local Government (Widows & Orphans Contributory Pension) Scheme or the Local Government (Spouses and Children's Contributory Pension) Scheme, and if a member of either scheme will be required to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the scheme.

Officers are admitted to the Superannuation Scheme in accordance with the terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Act, 1998 and the Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, with effect from date of appointment. This scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement and death gratuities.