Lifeguard: Paid Training & Community Impact

Hamilton City Council; Waikato; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Two wellbeing days per year

Free health insurance through Unimed (

Job summary

Hamilton City Council is hiring lifeguards for Hamilton Pools. Six roles start on 8 December 2026. No prior lifeguard qualifications are required as training will be provided. You should be a confident swimmer and enjoy helping people.

Positions offer varied shifts, with the opportunity to gain a fully paid Practicing Lifeguard Certification. The hourly rate is NZD 29.90. Applications close on 6 November 2026, with shortlisting as applications are received.

Qualifications

• No experience or qualifications as a lifeguard? We have opportunities for self-starters with the right mindset to gain a fully paid for Practicing Lifeguard Certification.
• Strong swimming ability and enjoy working with people are key requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool safety and prevent drownings.
• Educate pool users on risk prevention.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Confident swimmer

People skills

Education

First Aid Level 2 Certificate

Pool Life Saving Practicing Certificate (PLPC)

Job description

Hamilton City Council is hiring lifeguards for Hamilton Pools. Six roles start on 8 December 2026. No prior lifeguard qualifications are required as training will be provided. You should be a confident swimmer and enjoy helping people.

Positions offer varied shifts, with the opportunity to gain a fully paid Practicing Lifeguard Certification. The hourly rate is NZD 29.90. Applications close on 6 November 2026, with shortlisting as applications are received.