Join our Team as a Seasonal or Casual Pool Lifeguard!

Be an integral part of the team, working across the summer season - Monday 16 September 2024 - Sunday 27 April 2025.

• Make a difference by ensuring the safety and well-being of customers at the Sutherland Shire Leisure Centre's Aquatic facilities.
• Work in a dynamic environment with diverse groups of people.
• Grow your skills and knowledge in pool operations and customer service.
• Join a supportive team dedicated to providing positive aquatic experiences.

Role Overview

At Sutherland Shire Council, we are committed to providing exceptional sport & leisure experiences for our community.

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and ensuring public safety across our multiple leisure centres including the Sutherland Leisure Centre, Caringbah Leisure Centre, Engadine Leisure Centre, and Como Pool.

Be part of a team that values teamwork, safety and strives for excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

As a Seasonal or casual Pool Lifeguard, your main responsibilities will include:

• Responding to emergency situations with confidence and efficiency.
• Supervising staff and ensuring all duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety in the aquatic facilities.
• Interacting with customers to address their needs and suggestions.

Your Profile

If you are passionate about aquatic safety and customer service, we want to hear from you! 

• Hold a Senior First Aid Certificate and Pool Lifeguard Licence (RLSS).
• Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Experience in pool operations and handling minor maintenance tasks is a plus.
• Familiarity with NSW Health Standards for public swimming pools and spas is advantageous.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59 pm: Sunday 21 July 2024
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on Friday 26 July 2024
• Package and Hours of work:

  Seasonal Positions: $54,916 gross p.a. (paid pro rata) plus 11% superannuation. Temporary Part Time with hours ranging up to 20 hours per week, over a 7 day spread.

  Casual Positions: $34.73 per hour plus 11% superannuation. Casuals shifts available over 7 day spread to support the operational needs of the Leisure centres.

  Both positions available across the summer season, commencing from Monday 16 September 2024 until Sunday 27 April 2025.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description: Seasonal Pool Lifeguard or Position Description: Casual Pool Lifeguard

Reach out to Patrick Moseley, Team Leader Pool Operations, pmoseley@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries. 
Lauren Dowling, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, LDowling@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.