Swimming Pool Maintenance Specialist / Supervisor

Position Summary

Akila Global Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Swimming Pool Maintenance Specialist / Supervisor to support the operation and maintenance of one competition swimming pool and one training pool at a school premises.

The successful candidate will supervise routine pool cleaning, water-quality management, chemical dosing, filtration-system maintenance, breakdown response and preparation of maintenance records.

Key Responsibilities

· Supervise and carry out cleaning, brushing and vacuuming of competition and training swimming pools.

· Remove algae, debris and foreign matter from pool surfaces, tile joints, gutters, channels and balancing tanks.

· Test, monitor and record pool-water pH and chlorine levels using suitable digital instruments.

· Ensure pool-water quality complies with prevailing Singapore swimming-pool regulations.

· Manage the safe dosing, handling, storage and usage of pool-treatment chemicals.

· Inspect and maintain circulation pumps, sand filters, strainers, valves, pipelines and associated equipment.

· Check pumps for leakage, abnormal noise, vibration, bearing condition, seal condition and operating pressure.

· Carry out backwashing and routine servicing of commercial sand filters.

· Inspect chemical dosing pumps, tubing, injectors, flow meters, pH sensors and chlorine/ORP sensors.

· Check electrical control panels, contactors, switches, indicator lamps and motor operating conditions.

· Coordinate monthly pool-water sampling and accredited laboratory testing.

· Maintain service checklists, water-test records, repair reports, defect reports and equipment logbooks.

· Identify equipment defects and recommend suitable repair or replacement works.

· Respond to equipment breakdowns, water-quality issues and emergency service calls.

· Supervise annual cleaning of balancing tanks and backwash holding tanks.

· Prepare or assist with Risk Assessments, Safe Work Method Statements and chemical safety documentation.

· Ensure all maintenance activities comply with workplace safety, chemical-handling and school-site requirements.

· Liaise with Akila’s project manager, school representatives, suppliers and laboratory personnel.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

· ITE qualification, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent technical qualification.

· Relevant certification or documented training in swimming-pool maintenance, operation, water treatment or filtration systems.

· Practical experience in maintaining commercial, institutional or competition swimming pools.

· Knowledge of swimming-pool water chemistry, including pH, chlorine, alkalinity, chemical dosing and algae control.

· Experience with circulation pumps, commercial sand filters, dosing pumps, valves and PVC pipework.

· Ability to diagnose mechanical, filtration and water-quality problems.

· Able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

· Able to prepare maintenance reports, water-quality records and service checklists.

· Able to work independently and supervise pool-maintenance workers.

· Available for routine attendance on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

· Able to respond to urgent calls and breakdowns within a short timeframe.

· Legally eligible to work in Singapore.

Preferred Experience

Priority will be given to candidates with:

· Experience maintaining competition pools, school pools, sports complexes or public swimming facilities.

· Relevant pool-maintenance experience from 2022 onward.

· Experience with Emaux commercial sand filters.

· Experience with Pentair circulation pumps.

· Experience with Blue-White chemical dosing pumps or Pahlen auto-dosing systems.

· Knowledge of Singapore swimming-pool water-quality requirements.

· Experience coordinating accredited laboratory water testing.

· Electrical troubleshooting knowledge for pump control panels and motor starters.

· Valid Workplace Safety and Health training.

· Existing pool-maintenance project references and client contacts.

· Availability to provide 24-hour emergency technical support when required.

Documents Required

Applicants should submit:

· Updated CV

· Copies of ITE, diploma or relevant technical certificates

· Swimming-pool maintenance or water-treatment certificates

· Details of relevant pool-maintenance projects

· Employment period and scope for each relevant project

· Reference contact details

· Expected salary or service rate

· Availability and notice period