Lifeguard

Redland City Council; Redland City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible working options

Locality allowance

Employee lifestyle perks

Job summary

Redland City Council is seeking Lifeguards for the Bay Islands Aquatic Centre on Russell Island. You will help provide a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all patrons while supporting daily operations.

Responsibilities include supervising swimmers, enforcing rules, responding to emergencies, and assisting with pool testing and maintenance. A local, friendly team environment awaits, with casual shifts and community-focused work.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Experience in aquatic environments and lifeguarding is preferred.
• Commitment to safety, risk management and patron wellbeing.
• Reliable and adaptable, able to stay calm under pressure.
• Experience with facility maintenance, cleaning, and cash handling/POS.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and ensure a safe, welcoming experience for all aquatic centre patrons.
• Actively supervise pool users and enforce facility rules and safety requirements.
• Respond to emergencies, perform rescues, provide first aid and resuscitation when required.
• Assist with pool testing, cleaning, and general maintenance to uphold safety and presentation.
• Execute opening and closing procedures and support day-to-day operations of the aquatic centre.
• Participate in training and maintain fitness to perform lifeguarding duties effectively.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Calm under pressure

Facility maintenance

Cash handling/POS

Education

Pool Lifeguard Certificate (RLSSA)

Job description

Requisition ID3930-Posted22/09/2026-City Venues and Recreation Clubs-Casual

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Join our team as a Lifeguard

Are you passionate about water safety, customer service, and making a positive difference in your local community?

We currently have two Lifeguard opportunities available at the Bay Islands Aquatic Centre on Russell Island, where you'll help provide a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all patrons while supporting the day-to-day operations of the facility.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you'll play an important role in ensuring the safety of visitors while contributing to the successful operation of the centre.

If this sounds like you and you're looking for an opportunity to work on the beautiful Bay Islands, we invite you to apply for one of our two available Lifeguard positions at Redland City Council.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing exceptional customer service and creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for all aquatic centre patrons.
• Actively supervising pool users and ensuring compliance with facility rules and safety requirements.
• Responding to emergency situations, including performing rescues, first aid, and resuscitation where required.
• Assisting with pool testing, cleaning, and general facility maintenance to ensure high standards of safety and presentation.
• Completing opening and closing procedures and supporting the day-to-day operation of the aquatic centre.
• Participating in training and maintaining the skills and fitness required to perform lifeguarding duties effectively.

Skills and experience:

• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in an aquatic environment, ideally in a lifeguarding capacity.
• Commitment to safety, risk management and patron wellbeing.
• Reliable and adaptable, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• E xperience in facility maintenance, cleaning, cash handling and/or point of sale (POS) operations.
• Pool Operator's Certificate is highly regarded.

Why this role stands out:

• Flexible casual roster with shifts tailored around operational requirements and your availability.
• Supportive team environment focused on safety, service and community.
• Unique Bay Islands location with eligibility for a locality allowance.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.
• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.
• Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.
• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.
• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.
• Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.
• Optional purchased leave available after probation.
• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events - we support the city’s day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,200 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

• You’ll hold a current Provide First Aid qualification.
• You’ll hold a current Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation qualification.
• You’ll hold a current Pool Lifeguard Certificate (RLSSA), or be willing to obtain one. Council may support the right candidate to obtain this qualification.
• You’ll have a current Paid Blue Card, or will have the ability to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia .

For more information about this position (200701), please contact Adrien Fitzpatrickon [phone]. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 11/10/2026.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community.