Pool Manager

The Job

The Council has responsibility for delivering a broad range of services that contribute to the economic, social, and environmental wellbeing of the county.

The Council invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel for the position of Pool Manager, from which permanent and fixed-term vacancies may be filled during the lifetime of the panel.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality public services and supporting the health and wellbeing of the community.

They will demonstrate a proactive approach to leadership, continuous professional development, and the effective management of a public leisure facility.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A good understanding of the role and functions of local government and its contribution to community wellbeing.

• Knowledge of local authority structures, governance arrangements, and stakeholder relationships.

• A thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, swimming pool management standards, and industry best practice.

• Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions and implement improvements.

• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience in supervising, motivating, and supporting staff to achieve high levels of performance.

• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience in managing budgets, resources, administrative systems, and operational performance.

• Strong analytical, report-writing, presentation, and communication skills.

• The ability to foster positive relationships with customers, schools, community groups, contractors, and other key stakeholders.

• A commitment to supporting staff development and performance management initiatives.

Job Requirements

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, Training, Experience etc.

Please note failure to provide all required documents i.e. qualifications, I.D. etc., at submission stage will automatically result in an invalid application.

Also, failure to fully complete each question on the application form may deem your application invalid (answers which redirect to other responses are not permitted).

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Candidate shall:

Minimum eligibility requirements are the minimum requirements required for the position and are set out by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage under Section 160 of the Local Government Act 2001.

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

a) have a good general standard of education:

b) possess a good standard of administrative experience and adequate experience in office organisation and in the control of staff.

c) be IT literate and familiar with packages such as MS word, excel, outlook, Financial Management Systems and Pool Management Systems etc.

d) have excellent motivational and communicative skills.

e) have a current Level 2 Pool Lifeguard Certificate of the Irish Water Safety or an equivalent recognised qualification.

f) hold the advanced Resuscitation Award, Swimming Instructors Certificate and Water Safety Instructors Certificate of the Irish Water Safety or undertake to obtain same within the probationary period. Equivalent qualifications will be accepted.

g) be qualified in Pool Plant Operation

h) relevant management qualification or relevant management experience

i) Swim teaching qualification desirable (if not, will be carried out during probationary period

Applicants should satisfy themselves they are eligible under the required qualifications. Tipperary County Council may not be in a position to investigate the eligibility of all candidates in advance of the interview/examination, and hence persons who are ineligible but nevertheless enter, may put themselves to unnecessary expense.

Duties

The Pool Manager will be responsible for the overall management, operation, and development of the swimming pool facility, ensuring the delivery of a safe, efficient, and customer-focused service.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the swimming pool facility and associated services.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies, procedures, and industry standards.

• Oversee pool plant operations, water quality monitoring, maintenance programmes, and facility cleanliness.

• Ensure all facilities, equipment, and amenities are maintained to a high standard.

• Promote and maintain a strong culture of health, safety, and wellbeing throughout the facility.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and swimming pool operational guidelines.

• Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures.

• Develop, maintain, and regularly review emergency and incident response procedures.

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection requirements.

• Lead, supervise, and support lifeguards, instructors, and other facility staff.

• Prepare and manage staff rosters to ensure appropriate operational and safety cover at all times.

• Monitor staff performance and support ongoing training and professional development.

• Promote teamwork, engagement, and a positive workplace culture.

• Ensure the provision of a high-quality customer service experience for all users of the facility.

• Develop and promote swimming, fitness, recreation, and aquatic programmes that meet community needs.

• Work collaboratively with schools, community organisations, sporting groups, and other stakeholders.

• Support local authority initiatives which encourage participation, inclusion, health, and physical activity.

• Assist in the preparation and management of budgets and financial controls.

• Monitor expenditure, income streams, and operational performance.

• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required.

• Utilise information technology systems for bookings, scheduling, reporting, and performance monitoring.

• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, insurance providers, and other service partners as required.

• Carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive or designated officer from time to time.

• Contribute to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the service.

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.

or

g) Non-EEA Citizens with a valid work permit.

Salary

The current pay scale €54,496 to €57,498 per annum (maximum) (National Pay Scale, as per circular EL 04/2026).

Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the by the Department.

In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (currently €54,496)

Remuneration shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time.

The employee shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive remuneration) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform.

Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment.

Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I.

Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory.

Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 35 hours per week.

All posts will be offered on the basis of the candidate working wholetime.

Probation

Where a person who is not already a permanent officer of Tipperary County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:

(a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold office on probation.

(b) the maximum period shall generally be one year for permanent contracts and such other period as may be required in relation to temporary or fixed term/purpose contracts as set out in the council’s probationary policy. No probationary period shall exceed 12 months in duration.

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

Superannuation

The relevant Superannuation Scheme will apply. The provisions of the Local Government (Superannuation) (Consolidation) Scheme 1998 may apply.

Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority as follows:

1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (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 dependent or qualified children).

Persons who become pensionable officers who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation contribution, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration.

The provisions of the Spouses and Children’s/Widows and Orphans Contributory Pension Scheme will continue to apply.

New entrants will be admitted to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme with effect from the date of appointment. The scheme is contributory and provides pension, retirement gratuity, death gratuity and survivors benefits.

To qualify for a pension the successful candidate must have served a minimum of two years employment in a Local Authority.