Manager, Beach Safety

Division: Transport & Assets

Business Unit: Property, Buildings & Beach Services

Title: Manager, Beach Safety, Permanent - Full-time Role, 35 hours per week

Salary Range: $127091.32 to $147701.84 per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)

Who we are:

Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community. 

Join us and be part of a values-driven organisation that promotes wellbeing, encourages innovation, and takes pride in delivering exceptional services to our community.

The Property, Buildings, and Beach Services Business Unit is responsible for the management of Northern Beaches Council’s extensive property portfolio, as well as the delivery of lifeguarding and beach safety services along our stunning coastline. This unit encompasses a wide range of services including Building Assets, Facilities Management, Property Management & Commercial, and Beach Services. Our aim is to ensure the effective and sustainable use of Council’s assets, providing high-quality facilities and safe, enjoyable beach experiences for our community.

Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone’s business.

Working with us:

Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees’ lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development.  

In this role you’ll enjoy -

•    Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
•    An employee wellness program and a range of lifestyle benefits
•    A values based culture and a teams oriented working environment 

Our opportunity:
The key focus areas of this role include: 
1.    Providing strategic leadership to staff, fostering a motivated and productive team environment to ensure responsive and trusted service delivery.
2.    Leading emergency preparedness and response efforts, including planning for water rescues, severe weather, and coastal safety risks — ensuring the team is ready to respond beyond standard working hours.
3.    Managing budgets and resources efficiently, identifying opportunities for cost savings and service improvements in alignment with Council’s broader objectives.

About you:
We’re looking for a dynamic and dedicated experienced leader in emergency services or coastal operations, with a strong commitment to public safety and community service. With excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a data-informed approach to decision-making, you’ll guide your team with strategic vision and professionalism.

You’ll bring:
•    A strategic mindset and a collaborative leadership style
•    Strong budgeting and operational planning skills
•    A customer-focused approach and a passion for community wellbeing

Additional Information:

• Position Description
• Applications close on: 7 July 2025
• Expected Interview Date: 14 July 2025
• Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Kristie Debney on 8495 6382

Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.

If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on (02) 8495 5070.