Swimming Pool Lifeguard/Attendant (Casual)

Council Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Swimming Pool Lifeguard/Attendant for a casual position at the York Swimming Pool. In this role, you will ensure safety and supervision while managing daily operations. Your tasks will include supervising patrons, maintaining equipment, and ensuring cleanliness. A positive attitude and commitment are essential. The salary ranges from $34,478.93 to $62,689.55 pro-rata, with various perks including a wellness program and uniform allowance.

Benefits

Free gym and pool membership

Additional superannuation contributions

Generous uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Positive, enthusiastic, and committed individual.
• Ability to manage safety and supervision in an aquatic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of daily operations of the aquatic area.
• Ensure maintenance of pool equipment and plant.
• Supervise patrons in the aquatic area.
• Control emergency situations whilst on duty.
• Clean pool and change rooms to maintain high standards.
• Operate the kiosk as required.

Job description

Swimming Pool Lifeguard/Attendant (Casual)

The Shire of York is seeking a positive, enthusiastic and committed person to join the team at the York Swimming Pool.

This role is to ensure the highest level of safety, supervision and risk minimisation is maintained at the York Swimming Pool.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the management of the daily operation of the aquatic area.
• Ensure routine operation and maintenance of pool equipment and plant.
• Supervise all patrons in the aquatic area.
• In conjunction with the Manager control all emergency situations in the facility whilst on duty.
• Undertake cleaning of pool and change rooms to ensure the facility is free of litter and presented to a high standard at all times.
• Any other duties that assist in the overall safe, effective and efficient operation of the facility.
• Assist with the operation of the kiosk as required.
• Observe behaviours and ensure that the highest standards of public safety are maintained and issues are managed in a timely manner.

The salary for the position is offered in accordance with Level 1 of the Shire of York Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025 ($34,478.93 - $62,689.55) pro-rata plus casual loading. Placement within the range will be determined by the applicant’s age, skills and experience.

The Shire offers:

• A Wellness Program which includes free gym and pool membership at the Shire owned facilities as well as other health initiatives.
• Option to make additional superannuation contributions matched by the Shire.
• A generous uniform allowance.

Further Information:

The position description for the role is available above or by contacting Alex Ashworth on 9641 0500. A national police clearance and pre-employment medical will be required prior to offer of employment. All Shire positions are subject to a three-month probation period.

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please forward a cover letter and current resume including two recent referees to:

Temporary Chief Executive Officer

Shire of York

PO Box 22

York WA 6302, or Email: *******@york.wa.gov.au

Applications close: 5.00pm Friday, 31 January 2026.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the Shire may commence interviews and appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date. This recruitment process may close early once a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

The Shire values diversity in its workforce and encourages people from all age groups and cultural backgrounds to apply.