Casual Pool Lifeguards

Multiple Casual Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about water safety and love being outdoors? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Casual Pool Lifeguards. Whether you're an experienced lifeguard or eager to build your skills in a rewarding role, this is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in your community. Enjoy the sunshine, stay active and help keep our aquatic spaces safe and welcoming for everyone.

LET'S EXPLORE THE JOBS

We have multiple positions available to become Casual Pool Lifeguards across our four swim centres for the summer season of 2025/26.

Our Pool Lifeguards oversee water safety functions and provide vital supervision of water bodies in order to anticipate, identify and respond quickly to all emergencies. Key focus areas of the role include monitoring water, concentrated observations of the primary areas, first response to medical emergencies, first aid and rescues with the use of appropriate equipment, assistance with facilities maintenance, informing the public to maintain a high safety standard, compliance with standard operating procedures and displaying appropriate signage to minimise risk to Swim Centre patrons.

Read our position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

As part of the interview and selection process, candidates will be required to undertake a practical skill and fitness assessment which will assess swimming ability, resuscitation techniques, fitness level and endurance.

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals who have a love for people, water safety, fitness and working with the community. Our ideal candidates are engaging, professional and personable with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people. With a high level of awareness and excellent customer service skills, you will pride yourself on providing proactive water surveillance across our beaches and swim centres to ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness and behaviour are maintained to prevent potential issues from arising and for patrons to enjoy a fun and safe swimming environment.

Ready to dive in? If you're ready to make a splash this summer, apply today Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of a team that keeps our community safe and enjoy every moment under the sun

LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $ $45.26 per hour (inclusive of 25% shift loading)
• 12% superannuation
• Enjoy a flexibility of a 7-day roster
• Training and development opportunities
• Free parking within walking distance of work site
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Corporate fitness membership starting from only $10 per week with access to a range of fitness and wellbeing facilities across the Hunter
• Plus more

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET'S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 2 November 2025
• Practical Water and Fitness Assessment: Monday 10 November 2025
• Interviews: Wednesday 12 November 2025
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Christopher Wilson, Team Leader on or via email
• If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Attraction Partner, or via email
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you
• To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment.