Pool Lifeguard

Make a splash in your career by joining Sutherland Shire Council as a Pool Lifeguard
Be part of a vibrant team that champions safety, supports community wellbeing
and creates a welcoming environment for all ages
About Us

At Sutherland Shire Council Leisure Centres, we are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience for our community. Our facilities are designed to cater to a diverse range of activities and visitors, and we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Pool Lifeguards in a permanent capacity.

As a vital member of our team, you will play an essential role in maintaining the highest standards of safety and customer service. With a focus on teamwork and personal development, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patrons.

Position Overview

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. You will respond to emergencies, supervise activities, and maintain hygiene standards while providing excellent customer service.

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all pool visitors.
• Ensure safety regulations are met.
• Respond to emergency situations remaining calm and professional.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas of the pool facilities.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic, with a strong focus on achieving safety and service excellence.

If you hold the following credentials and qualities, we'd love to hear from you:

• Pool Lifeguard Licence (RLSS).
• Pool Operations Certificate, desirable but not mandatory.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR.
• Valid NSW Working With Children Check.
• Understanding of hygiene practices and general facility upkeep.
• A positive attitude and the ability to connect with the public.

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 11.59pm: Tuesday 11th November 2025.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks of closing.
• Package: $58,545 - $61,927 (full time equivalent) gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Permanent part time position available from 6 hours - 15 hours per week. Opportunity for additional flex hours may arise to assist operational coverage. Candidates must be available as rostered over a 7-day spread at our Como Pool and across our various Leisure Centres, including Sutherland, Caringbah and Engadine Centre locations.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

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.

Reach out to Simon Kable, Team Leader Pool Operations, for any job specific enquiries.

Lucille Kilshaw, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

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