Lifeguard

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About this Position:

As a Lifeguard, you will play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for patrons at the Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths. Working across both facilities, you will be responsible for monitoring pool activities, promoting safe patron behaviour and responding effectively to incidents and emergencies.

In addition to maintaining a safe aquatic environment, you will contribute to the day-to-day presentation and operation of the facilities by assisting with cleaning, maintenance and customer service activities. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about aquatics, enjoys working with the community and is committed to delivering a high standard of service and safety.

What We can offer you:

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements.
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs.
• Training and development opportunities.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Maintain a high level of vigilance and situational awareness to promote a safe and secure environment for all patrons.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability and a proactive approach to day-to-day responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively with patrons, colleagues and stakeholders through well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Build positive relationships by listening, sharing information clearly and fostering respectful interactions.

What you will need to be successful:

• First Aid Certificate
• Royal Life Pool Lifeguard Certificate
• Working With Children Check
• Drivers Licence
• Royal Life Pool Bronze Medallion (Desirable)

Full position description: Click here

Part-Time Maximum Term Contract: 22 Hours per week – Contract ending 21 May 2027.

Salary: A salary range from $32.5711 - $34.5253 per hour + superannuation

Closing date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 at 9:00am.

Contact: If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Thomas Andrews-Engle, Facility Support Lead on 02 •••• •370.

Considering relocating for this opportunity?

Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience, a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas click the link to find out more.

Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements OR Conditions of employment are in the Lismore City Council Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths Enterprise Agreement 2015 (Agreement), and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may/will include health assessments (such as functional fitness, audio, chest x-ray, spirometry, drug testing), validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

Working with Children Check: In accordance with the requirement for 'Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working with Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the 'Clearance to Work with Children' provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.