Pool Lifeguard (REC008)

Moorabool Shire Council; Shire of Moorabool; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Social Club

Full training

Supportive team

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Moorabool Shire Council is seeking enthusiastic pool lifeguards for the Bacchus Marsh and Ballan outdoor pools. This casual role focuses on patron safety, supervision, and a friendly, welcoming environment during the summer season.

You’ll work flexible shifts, complete onboarding and in-house pool training, and join a supportive team with opportunities for ongoing development. Applicants must hold the Pool Lifeguard Award with CPR, Level II First Aid, and a Working with Children Check, and be

Qualifications

• Pool Lifeguard Award with CPR required.
• Level II First Aid certification required.
• Working with Children Check required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool patrons and ensure safety across outdoor pools.
• Respond to emergencies promptly and effectively.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming pool environment and assist with onboarding training.

Skills

Hazard awareness

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Pool Lifeguard Award with CPR

Level II First Aid

Working with Children Check

Job description

Introduction: Moorabool is not only a great place to work; it’s also a great place to live.

• Band 3 $43.71 to $46.30casual hourly rate+ 12% Superannuation
• Casual to 31 March 2027
• Based across all Council pools

About Council

Moorabool Shire Council is a progressive organisation that is experiencing rapid growth and surging development. We offer a perfect blend of picturesque and friendly surrounds where you can enjoy an urban lifestyle in towns like Bacchus Marsh or take advantage of Moorabool’s smaller towns and hamlets, rural open spaces and natural surrounds.

Our focus is on building a healthy, inclusive and connected community; a liveable and thriving environment and an organisation that listens and adapts to the need of our evolving communities.

The Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic and safety-conscious individuals to join our seasonal team as Pool Lifeguards at the Bacchus Marsh and Ballan outdoor pools. As a lifeguard, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our community by supervising pool patrons, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment. You’ll be part of a supportive team, working flexible hours across weekdays and weekends, and contributing to a fun and active summer season. If you’re qualified, reliable, and passionate about aquatic safety, we’d love to hear from you.

Interviews will be held between 28th September and 4th October where you will bring your best self to a relaxed, group style interview. If successful, you will need to be available to attend;

• mandatory Onboarding training (Darley office) between 2nd November - 8th November
• mandatory In-house Pool Training 21, 22, 29th November

What We Offer

• Flexible shifts that encourage work/life balance
• Social Club and Staff Benefits
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Employee Assistance Program

Applications will close by 11.59pm on Thursday 10th September 2026.

About You

You’ll bring current qualifications including the Pool Lifeguard Award with CPR, Level II First Aid, and a Working with Children Check and demonstrate strong communication skills, hazard awareness, and a reliable, flexible work ethic. Whether you're guiding young swimmers or supporting your team, your contribution will help ensure every visit to our pools is safe and memorable.

Moorabool Shire Council is proudly committed to:

• Being a family friendly, gender inclusive and equal opportunity employer
• Promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children under the age of 18
• Supporting the Human Rights Charter

We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability

Only those with the right to work in Australia will be considered.