Pool Lifeguard

4 days ago

Torquay, Victoria, Australia Surf Coast Shire Council Full time $43,040 - $59,680 per year

Posted: 15/10/2025

Closing Date: 02/11/2025

Salary: $ $46.80

Job Type: Casual

Location: Winchelsea Pool

Job Category: Community Services & Development,Customer Service,Sport & Recreation

  • Seasonal Casual (November 2025 to March 2026)
  • $43.20 – $46.80 per hour (plus 12% super)

Who we are

At Surf Coast Shire Council, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

Job Description

Your new career

We are seeking multiple casual lifeguards to join the team at the Winchelsea Pool over the warmer summer months (November 2025 to March 2026).

What you will bring to the role

As a Lifeguard at the Winchelsea Pool you will help provide a safe and welcoming environment for the community. You will be patient, friendly and engaging to keep pool users informed and safe at all times.

To thrive in this role you will have:

  • Current lifeguard qualification
  • Great communication skills
  • Amazing judgement and decision-making skills

Key selection criteria

Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements

  • Pool Lifeguard certification.
  • Level 2 First Aid qualification.
  • Sound understanding of the Pool Safety Operating Guidelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to make judgements on safety hazards and emergencies.
  • A current Working With Children Check
  • You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
  • Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).

    A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

What you'll love working with us

Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

For more information

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Mark Campbell, Senior Team Leader Facilities and Recreation on

How to apply

Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

  • cover letter including your statement addressing the key selection criteria
  • copy of your resume.

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the key selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Simply complete the application process and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 2 November 2025

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.