Lifeguard Shift Supervisor

• Glen Eira Leisure

• Part-time

• Closing on: Oct

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• An exciting opportunity to enhance and grow your leadership skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Multiple part-time positions available (8 hours per week) - perfect for balancing work and lifestyle
• Earn a competitive hourly rate at $ Superannuation (junior rates apply).

Lifeguard Shift Supervisor

About the Role:

We're looking for passionate, responsible and proactive individuals who are ready to take the next step in their lifeguard career.

As a Lifeguard Shift Supervisor, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen valuable skills such as time management, problem-solving, team leadership and managing challenging situations, all of which will benefit you in any future career path. Above all, we're looking for someone who embodies integrity, someone who takes pride in their work, makes ethical decisions and leads with honesty and respect.

This is your chance to take on more responsibility and have a meaningful impact on both the safety of our facility and the experience of our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the team by ensuring lifeguard shifts run smoothly, supervision levels are maintained, and safety standards are consistently upheld.
• Provide feedback to lifeguards, offering constructive guidance to help them improve and grow in their roles while maintaining a focus on honest and respectful communication.
• Coordinate breaks and rotations by managing lifeguard schedules efficiently and ensuring fairness in shift arrangements.
• Mentor new lifeguards by supporting and guiding them with patience and respect as they settle into their roles and develop their skills.
• Engage with the public by assisting visitors with inquiries and ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable experience.
• Maintain facility standards by ensuring the pool and surrounding areas are clean, safe, and well-maintained in line with our commitment to quality and safety.
• Lead in emergencies by acting as Deputy Chief Warden, providing clear, calm, and effective leadership while upholding the highest standards of responsibility and integrity during critical situations.

To be successful you will:

• Lead by example, making decisions based on honesty, respect and fairness, consistently applying these principles in all actions.
• Thrive in team settings, actively contributing and supporting colleagues' growth and success.
• Prioritise the safety of guests and staff, maintaining the highest safety standards with attention to detail.
• Deliver excellent service with passion, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
• Leverage valuable lifeguarding experience and commit to ongoing skill development through regular practice and professional growth.

You will be required to have:

• Current Pool Lifeguard qualification
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications
• Previous experience in a Lifeguard position
• Great leadership qualities - Approachable, positive attitude and the ability to lead by example
• Ability to handle difficult situations including emergencies.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, mornings, evenings, school and public holidays

Pre-employment checks

Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which includes completing a new Health Declaration.

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Please attach your resume and answer the following screening questions:

• Explain why you are applying for this position (200 words max)
• In your own words, what does integrity in the workplace mean to you (max 200 words)
• Indicate the specific skills, experience or education which qualify you for this position (200 words max)

Closing date: Monday 27th at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Samara, Lifeguard Team Leader on or email

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on

We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:

• Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
• Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
• Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on

We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.