Pool Lifeguard

YMCA Victoria; Shire of Mount Alexander; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rostering

Career development

Free gym access across the state

Free access to Virtual Y

Job summary

YMCA Victoria is hiring a Lifeguard for Mount Alexander Shire pools in Castlemaine, Harcourt, Maldon and Newstead. The casual role focuses on providing a safe swimming environment, enforcing rules, and educating pool users about safe practices.

Essential qualifications include a Lifeguard certificate or willingness to obtain, CPR, and first aid. Candidates should be patient, proactive and customer-focused, with strong decision-making skills and the ability to stay vigilant in repetitive

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervising a large aquatic space and ensuring a safe environment around the pool area
• Maintaining constant observation of pools and patrons to anticipate and respond to problems
• Educating facility users about safe aquatic practices while enforcing rules
• Carrying out intervention and preventive actions to ensure safety of patrons, facility and equipment

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Conflict management

Alertness

Multitasking

Customer service

Aquatics industry experience

Education

Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate

HLTAID009 CPR

HLTAID011 First Aid

Job description

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

There are four Council-owned outdoor swimming pools in Mount Alexander Shire, located in Castlemaine, Harcourt, Maldon and Newstead. The Newstead Pool features a 25m main pool, and toddlers’ pool. This facility has a BBQ and change room amenities. There is a kiosk and shaded grass areas for families to enjoy and make a day out.

About The Role

As a 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.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.