Elite Seasonal Aquatic Lifeguard

Southern State Community College; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 34.000 - 48.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free parking

MSAC Gym and Performance Membership (＋

Discounts at SSCT food, beverage, and

Zusammenfassung

State Sport Centres, Victoria's premier aquatic venues, is hiring casual Lifeguards for the upcoming summer season (September to February). You will provide vigilant supervision across our pools, prevent incidents, and respond to emergencies, delivering first aid where needed.

Join a dynamic team committed to safety, customer service, and water education, with opportunities for ongoing training and access to our facilities.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in customer service or service-based roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain alert, professional, and calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Aufgaben

• Provide vigilant and proactive supervision of aquatic areas to ensure safe use by all patrons.
• Anticipate risks and respond quickly to incidents, including performing rescues and emergency procedures.
• Deliver first aid and emergency care when required.
• Enforce facility rules and conditions of entry to maintain a safe environment.
• Educate patrons on water safety practices and promote safe behaviours.
• Support recognised safety programs such as Watch Around Water and Swim Safe.
• Complete operational duties such as equipment setup, cleaning, and event support (outside of active supervision).
• Maintain accurate incident reports and adhere to aquatic operations procedures.
• Deliver excellent customer service in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Participate in ongoing training, including mandatory in-service sessions and skill development.

Kenntnisse

Customer service experience

Strong communication skills

Calm under pressure

Commitment to safety

Ausbildung

Current Pool Lifeguard qualification (SISSS00111)

First Aid certificate

Current CPR certification

Working with Children Check (Employee)

Australian working rights

Jobbeschreibung

About State Sport Centres:

The Victorian State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains over $1 billion in assets including four of Australia’s largest multi-sport venues: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium (incorporating the State Athletics Centre), and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC).

Unlike other major international venues, SSCT facilities provide access for everyone, from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants, 7 days a week, up to 16 hours a day.

Through this access-for-all approach, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria’s sport sector.

Four workplace values underpin everything we do: Teamwork, Safety, Excellence & Respect.

About the role: Lifeguard

As a Lifeguard, your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of all patrons across our aquatic facilities. You will provide a high standard of supervision, proactively prevent incidents, and respond effectively to emergencies when required.

We're looking for summer casuals to work across September to February!

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing vigilant and proactive supervision of aquatic areas to ensure safe use by all patrons
• Anticipating risks and responding quickly to incidents, including performing rescues and emergency procedures
• Delivering first aid and emergency care when required
• Enforcing facility rules and conditions of entry to maintain a safe environment
• Educating patrons on water safety practices and promoting safe behaviours
• Supporting recognised safety programs such as Watch Around Water and Swim Safe
• Completing operational duties such as equipment setup, cleaning, and event support (outside of active supervision)
• Maintaining accurate incident reports and adhering to aquatic operations procedures
• Delivering excellent customer service in a diverse and dynamic environment
• Participating in ongoing training, including mandatory in-service sessions and skill development

Required skills and qualifications:

• Experience in a customer service or service-based role
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain alert, professional, and calm under pressure
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Essential qualifications:

• Current Pool Lifeguard qualification (SISSS00111)
• Provide First Aid certificate
• Current CPR certification
• Valid Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Australian working rights

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to pre-employment screenings, including criminal record, social media, and adverse media checks.

Why is this a great place to work?

Our Patrons and Teams

• Be surrounded by elite athletes while supporting world-class events and community sport
• Work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
• Join a supportive, energetic team passionate about sport and safety

Our Venues

• Free parking
• MSAC Gym and Performance Membership (plus family/friends discounts)
• Discounts at SSCT food, beverage, and retail outlets
• Complimentary casual court hire across SSCT venues

Our Workplace

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• Recognition through our Values in Action program

How to apply

Please sendthrough a resume and cover letter supportingyour application for thisexcitingrolewith StateSport Centres.We will be reviewing applications andcommencinginterviews as they come in, so pleasedon'tdelay in applying.For further information pleasecontact Jake Hitchcock-Yoo Talent Acquisition Advisor on 03 9926 1440.

SSCT values diversity,is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities.

The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT)is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kindimpactingchildren and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse,discriminationand inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants willbe requiredto provide a current Working with Children Check before being able tocommence employment.