Pool Lifeguard

YMCA Victoria; Newborough; Sur place; AUD 29 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible rostering

Career development

Free access to gyms, recreation and 
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Free access to Virtual Y

Résumé du poste

YMCA Victoria is seeking casual pool lifeguards for the 2024-25 summer season across six aquatic sites in Victoria. You will help provide a safe swimming environment and educate users on safe practices.

The role requires an Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate (or willingness to obtain) and CPR/First Aid qualifications, with a focus on proactive supervision and customer service.

Qualifications

• Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Responsabilités

• Supervising a large aquatic space with pro-active safety vigilance
• Maintaining concentrated observation of pools and patrons
• Educating facility users about safe aquatic practices and rules
• Carrying out intervention and preventative actions to ensure safety of patrons, the facility and equipment

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Decision making under pressure

Alertness

Multitasking

Conflict management

Formation

Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate

HLTAID009 CPR

HLTAID011 First Aid

Description du poste

At the Y our vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong.

As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better.

About The Pools

Baw Baw Pools are looking for seasonal pool lifeguards for the 2024-25 summer season!

There are 6 Aquatic Facilities in the YMCA Baw Baw Contract, these are located at the following aquatic sites:

• Warragul Leisure Centre
• Drouin Outdoor Pool
• Neerim South Outdoor Pool
• Rawson Indoor Pool
• Trafalgar Outdoor Pool
• Thorpdale Outdoor Pool

About The Role

As a pool lifeguard, you’ll help provide a safe swimming environment for all centre visitors. You’ll be patient, focused and friendly to keep pool-users informed and safe.

Duties of the role include:

• Supervising a large aquatic space while pro-actively ensuring a safe environment in and around the pool area
• Maintaining concentrated observation of pools and patrons to anticipate and respond to problems
• Ensuring facility rules are being obeyed whilst at the same time educating facility users about safe aquatic practices
• Carrying out intervention and preventative action to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patrons, the facility and equipment

This is a casual position with an hourly rate up to $34.96 + Super.

About You

We are seeking motivated, organised and pro-active Lifeguards to come and join the team. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and all facility users.

Other required qualities are:

• Ability to make decisions while under pressure
• Being able to manage conflicts with patrons and users
• Ability to stay alert and vigilant in a repetitive work environment
• Ability to multitask
• Providing excellent customer service for all members and guests
• Experience in the Aquatics and Leisure industry will be highly regarded

Essential Qualifications

• Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Benefits

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.