Lake Macquarie City Council

Casual Pool Lifeguard

Pool Lifeguards

Multiple Casual Opportunities

Are you passionate about water safety, customer service and creating a safe and enjoyable environment for the community?

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Lake Macquarie City Council is seeking enthusiastic and safety-focused Pool Lifeguards to join our Leisure Services Team across our four Swim Centres for the upcoming summer season.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patrons through proactive supervision, emergency response, customer service and facility operations. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who thrive in a team environment, enjoy engaging with the community and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and service.

What you'll do

• Provide constant surveillance of pool users and water bodies to ensure a safe swimming environment.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents and rescues in accordance with established procedures.
• Promote safe and enjoyable use of facilities through the application of centre rules and regulations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to patrons, community members and stakeholders.
• Assist with cashiering duties, water testing, cleaning and general facility maintenance.
• Maintain current lifesaving, first aid and resuscitation skills.
• Contribute to a positive team culture focused on safety, service and continuous improvement.

Read ourposition statementand learn more about this exciting opportunity.

As part of this recruitment process shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in a practical water and fitness assessment designed to evaluate swimming ability, rescue and resuscitation skills, fitness levels and endurance.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

We are looking for confident communicators who enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life. You will be approachable, professional and proactive, with a strong awareness of your surroundings and the ability to respond calmly and effectively in a range of situations.

You take pride in maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness and customer service, using your vigilance and preventative approach to identify potential risks before they become incidents. Most importantly, you are committed to creating a positive, safe and enjoyable experience for all patrons while contributing to a supportive and high-performing team environment.

What you bring

• Current RLSS NSW Pool Lifeguard Licence (or equivalent)
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate
• Current Advanced Resuscitation Certificate
• Current Paid Working with Children Check
• Class C Driver's Licence
• Demonstrated knowledge of water scanning and surveillance techniques
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• Certificate II or III in Community Recreation (Aquatic Pool Operations) or equivalent
• Previous experience working within a swim centre or aquatic facility.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $38.95 - $45.26 per hour (inclusive of 25% shift loading)
• 12% superannuation
• Enjoy the flexibility of a 7-day roster
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the safety and wellbeing of the Lake Macquarie community.
• Ongoing training and professional 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

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 join 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! Submit your application by midnight,Sunday 5 July 2026
• Recruitment Timeline:
  - Practical Water and Fitness Assessment: Tuesday 14 July 2026
  - Interviews: Thursday 16 July 2026
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Christopher Wilson,Team LeaderSwim Centre Easton 4069 0034 or via email[email protected]
• For assistance with submitting your application or questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Georgina Green,Talent Attraction Partner, 4921 0495 or via email[email protected]
• 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 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.