Casual Lifeguard - Expression Of Interest

Fraser Coast; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values based culture

Employee discounts

Professional development

Flexible work from home

Study assistance

Novated leasing

Employee assistance program

Maternity/paternity leave

Emergency leave

Uniform subsidy

Long service rewards

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council is hiring lifeguards to supervise pool patrons and aquatic environments, with opportunities to gain a nationally recognised qualification. The role involves ensuring safety, assisting with kiosk operations, and responding to emergencies.

Ideal candidates are safety-minded, people-oriented and prepared for a flexible role within our aquatic centres and wetside teams. Training support is provided to obtain the Lifeguard qualification if needed.

Qualifications

• Current Pool Lifeguard qualification or the ability to obtain prior to starting.
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications
• Working with Children Blue Card
• Outstanding work ethic
• Good health and physically fit
• Awareness of Safety
• Good interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service and work as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise patrons, activities and the aquatic environment to minimise risks and ensure patrons conduct themselves in accordance with the conditions of entry
• Support kiosk / admission operations as required
• Rescue patrons in difficulty and provide emergency care to those in need
• Maintain and clean equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and healthy operating environment

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Customer service

Education

Pool Lifeguard qualification

Job description

Job Description

As part of our commitment to supporting our team, Fraser Coast Regional Council will arrange and guide you through the steps on obtaining a Pool Lifeguard certification for successful candidates. This is a great opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification and start a rewarding role serving your community.

What your day will look like:

• Actively supervise patrons, activities and the aquatic environment to minimise risks and ensure that patrons conduct themselves in accordance with the conditions of entry
• Support kiosk / admission operations as required.
• Rescue patrons in difficulty and provide emergency care to those in need
• Maintain and clean equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and healthy operating environment

About the Employer

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

About the Candidate

Are you ready to dive into an exciting, active and community-focused role? We're on the lookout for fit and motivated individuals to join our vibrant teams at our Aquatic Centres and Wetside!

So if you're safety-minded, great with people, and ready to jump into a flexible role with a supportive team, we want to hear from you!

What you'll need for success:

• Current Pool Life Guard qualification or the ability to obtain prior to starting
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications
• Working with Children Blue Card
• Outstanding work ethic
• Good health and physically fit
• Awareness of Safety
• Possess good interpersonal skills in order to provide excellent customer service and work effectively as part of a team

Don't have your Lifeguard qualification yet? No problem - we'll help you get there!

Work Environment

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards