Lifeguard

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia City of Melbourne Full time $48,000 - $96,000 per year
  • Multiple ongoing casual positions available
  • $37 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + 12% Superannuation
  • Play a vital role in creating a safe and enjoyable aquatic environment for our community

About the role

The Lifeguard sits within the Libraries, Recreation and Waterways Branch of the Community and City Services Division and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the safety, wellbeing and enjoyment of all visitors to City of Melbourne aquatic facilities.

This role plays a key part in supporting the City's commitment to providing inclusive, safe and vibrant spaces that encourage active and healthy living. As a Lifeguard, you'll help ensure all community members can confidently enjoy our pools and aquatic environments.

A little more about the role

  • Supervise the aquatic environment and ensure the safety of all patrons
  • Identify and minimise risks through proactive supervision and effective communication
  • Educate customers on water safety and respond appropriately in emergencies
  • Contribute to the day-to-day operation of aquatic facilities by following procedures and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you'll help deliver what's most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We're proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it's your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne's future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You are a community-minded individual who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in keeping people safe. You're observant, responsible and passionate about promoting water safety and wellbeing.

You may also be:

  • A confident communicator who can engage positively with people of all ages
  • A team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive workplace culture

What your experience might look like - Key Selection Criteria

  • Demonstrated ability to comply with operating procedures while contributing to process improvements
  • Experience supervising patrons in an aquatic facility, or willingness to gain this experience
  • Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or ability to obtain one prior to commencement
  • Current Pool Lifeguard Certificate, or willingness to obtain within four weeks of appointment
  • SISCAQU202A – Perform basic water rescues
  • SISCAQU306A – Supervise clients in an aquatic facility or environment
  • SISCAQU307A – Perform advanced water rescue
  • HLTAID009 – Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Current Provide First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain within four weeks of appointment
  • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID010 – Provide basic emergency life support

Benefits of working with us

  • Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.
  • Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.
  • Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
  • Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

Click the Apply button to be redirected to our careers portal

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Sunday Novemeber 9, 2025

A few important things to note – don't miss out

  • Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can't accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.
  • Apply early This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don't wait to get your application in.
  • We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.

Need more info?

Refer to the position description below or contact  TJ Hatzi - Aquatic Supervision Team Leader,

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you're contacted for an interview.

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