At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise patrons at the Aquatic Centre and ensure safety and cleanliness.
- Company: Join Lithgow City Council, a community-focused local government.
- Benefits: Earn between $20.59 and $43.11 per hour with flexible hours.
- Other info: Great opportunity for ongoing learning and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while enjoying a fun work environment.
- Qualifications: Must have current First Aid and Pool Lifeguard Certificates.
The predicted salary is between 43.11 - 43.11 $ per hour.
The Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for Casual Lifeguards to join their team in Lithgow, NSW. Reporting to the Aquatic Centre Team Leader, you will be responsible for the overall supervision of patrons using the Aquatic Centre, ensuring that the centre maintains a high level of safety and care for the community.
More specifically, your duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Maintain constant supervision of patrons using the facility in line with the Royal Life Saving Keep Watch at Public Pools initiative.
- Ensuring the centre is well maintained, clean and tidy and aesthetically pleasing.
- Carry out all duties in accordance with the Centre’s Operations Manual.
- Understand and be able to implement the centre’s Emergency Action Plan in emergency situations, including giving first aid where needed.
- Be responsible for the maintenance of equipment, cleanliness of storage areas, amenities, as well as setting up and packing away equipment when required.
- Ensuring that all people under the age of 5 are in arms reach of a parent or guardian at all times.
About you
The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:
- Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
- Current Pool Lifeguard Certificate.
- Current Working with Children Check (if over 18).
- Demonstrated commitment to WHS procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of integrity and honesty.
In addition, an ideal candidate would have experience in the following:
- Bronze Medallion.
- Class C Drivers Licence.
- Aqua Aerobics Certification.
- Certificate III in Fitness.
- Austswim Learn to Swim Course qualifications.
- Certificate III in Aquatics (SIS30110).
- Chemical Handling course.
- Previous experience working in a public pool.
Salary and Benefits
If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Casual rate between $20.59 and $43.11 per hour, depending on applicants' age, skills, qualifications and experience. This is a casual position, on an as needs basis.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities are available, along with a flexible working environment. Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays is required.
Please note: To be considered for this position, candidates must address all selection criteria. Those who do not address the selection criteria with examples will not be considered. Applications generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) may not be progressed in the recruitment process.
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol screening and functional assessment. Preferred applicants may be subject to reference checks, driving history checks, qualification checks, a NSW Police Check, a Working with Children check and confirmation of your Right to Work in Australia.
You must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a permanent resident or have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
Casual Lifeguard employer: Lithgow City Council
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