Lifeguard - Lismore Memorial Baths (LMB)

About Us

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

About this Position:

Join us in delivering exceptional service at the Lismore Memorial Baths (LMB) this 2025/2026 season. We provide excellent service to our patrons and take pride in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our pool patrons. As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment, providing first aid, and supporting the daily operations of our aquatic facilities.

We are excited to offer the following opportunities:

• Two maximum-term, part-time contract opportunities, each for a duration of 8 months, starting in October 2025. These roles are for 30 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours as opportunities arise. Salary ranging from $28.29 an hour, plus superannuation.
• Casual contract opportunities. Hourly rate of $35.37, plus superannuation.

It is a requirement of the role to work a variety of morning, day and evening shifts across the week and additional shifts at Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre (GSAC) as needed.

What we can offer you:

• Welcoming and supportive workplace culture
• This position comes with the benefit of being able to utilise the wonderful facilities that GSAC has to offer.
• Access to Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs, including Fitness Passport.
• Training and development opportunities.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Supervise pool areas to ensure the safety of all patrons.
• Perform water rescues and administer first aid when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the aquatic facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and operational guidelines.
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist with general inquiries.

What you will need to be successful:

• Have a genuine customer service focus and safety.
• Personal integrity and able to take responsibility.
• An understanding of relevant Workplace Health and Safety.
• First Aid Certificate/CPR.
• Royal Life Pool Lifeguard Certificate.
  Valid NSW Working with Children Check and National Criminal History Check.

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us.

Please review the Position Description and utilise your resume and application responses to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.

Closing date: Wednesday 15 October 2025 at 9:00am, however, applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be offered to suitable candidates throughout the campaign - so please don't delay submitting your application

Contact: If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Domenico Iafrate, Operations Manager on

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Lismore City Council, Goonellabah Sports and Aquatics Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths Enterprise Agreement 2015 (EA) and relevant Council policies and procedures.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include, health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks. Please note, that by submitting your application, you are providing consent for Lismore City Council to conduct a National Criminal History Check

Working with Children Check

In accordance with the requirement for 'Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working with Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the 'Clearance to Work with Children' provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.