Lifeguard

Overview

Aquatic & Leisure Centre in Forster, NSW is seeking qualified lifeguards to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all pool users. This opportunity suits people who are enthusiastic about water safety, enjoy working with the public, and want to contribute to the wellbeing of the local community.

Role summary

The position involves overseeing daily pool operations and ensuring both the pool area and surrounding spaces remain safe and enjoyable for patrons. The role calls for a friendly, energetic, and dependable person with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to excellent customer service.

Key duties

You will interact with patrons of different ages, abilities, cultures, and needs, while maintaining safety and supporting a positive customer experience. The job requires flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early openings from 5:45 am and late closings up to 9:00 pm, across weekdays, weekends, and public holidays.

Skills and attributes

Applicants should be confident communicating clearly, understand workplace health and safety practices in an aquatic setting, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Prior experience in a similar role is not required, though it would be an advantage. A current pool operations certificate is also viewed favourably but is not mandatory.

Company information

The employer is part of a large leisure and health group operating across Australia and New Zealand, with facilities spanning health clubs, wellness and spa, golf, aquatic, and sporting venues. The organisation is in a period of growth and is focused on delivering strong community outcomes while continuing to expand its services.

Additional information

This role offers career development within an entrepreneurial environment, along with attractive pay and free club access. The position supports a healthy work-life balance through a schedule that includes mornings, evenings, and weekend classes/shifts.

Terms and conditions

Applicants must be willing to complete a national police check and a Working with Children check. The organisation encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, all age groups, all genders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people with disability. The workplace is committed to child safety and operates under a child safety framework.