Seasonal Lifeguard
Job Description
Summer lifeguards wanted!
Make a splash this summer and help keep our communities safe!
Are you looking for a job that's active, rewarding, and based outdoors? We're looking for mature, responsible, community minded people to join our team as Seasonal Lifeguards at our community pools in Inglewood, Okato, and Waitara.
Why join us?
Working as a Seasonal Lifeguard is more than just a summer job. You'll be helping create a safe, welcoming environment where local families, children, and visitors can enjoy their summer.
What you'll enjoy:
Great pay at $29.90 per hour
Full training provided - you'll earn your Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC)
Free use of the seasonal pool where you work
Outdoor work in a fun, community-focused environment
Flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays
Valuable skills in water safety, teamwork, customer service, and emergency response
What you'll be doing:
Supervising pool users and maintaining a safe environment
Responding to incidents and emergencies when required
Providing friendly customer service to pool visitors
Supporting daily pool operations
Promoting health and safety standards
What you'll need:
Confidence in the water
Ability to swim 200 metres in under 6 minutes
Ability to tread water for 5 minutes
A positive attitude and strong sense of responsibility
Availability to work weekends and public holidays
Flexibility to work across our seasonal pool locations
Be at least 16 years of age
A Comprehensive First Aid Certificate before commencing employment
Our seasonal pools are open from November 2026 to March 2027. Preference will be given to applicants available for the full season.
Seasonal pool locations
Please indicate in your application which location you are interested in:
Inglewood Pool
Okato Pool
Waitara Pool
* Todd Energy Aquatic Centre
Children's Worker safety check
This position is classified as a Children's Worker role and will be subject to safety checking under the Children's Act 2014.
Ready to dive in?
Apply now and be part of a team that helps our communities stay active, safe, and connected throughout summer.
Applications close Sunday, 4 October 2026.
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