The Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS) are looking for highly motivated, self-driven casual lifeguards to join our team across multiple aquatic locations in Western Sydney. If you're passionate about water safety, enjoy working in a dynamic, outdoor environment, and want to make a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you! Candidates with availability right across Summer are preferred.
These positions will involve establishing and maintaining a safe recreational environment and providing an effective lifeguarding service across a range of Western Sydney locations. All training is provided!
About the role:
As a lifeguard, you'll be responsible for:
- Responding to aquatic incidents and providing first aid when required
- Delivering excellent customer service and promoting safe swimming practices.
The role will work alongside the ALS management team and its large pool of lifeguards to ensure safe and successful delivery of the lifeguard service over the key patrol periods.
What’s in it for you:
- Flexible shifts available right across Summer
- Contribute to a 'for purpose' organisation with exceptional leadership
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for health and wellbeing
- Positive, driven and supportive organisational culture
- Work onsite at some of Western Sydney's iconic aquatic locations
Some of the key duties will include:
Deliver lifeguard operations within the boundaries of the allocated region
What you'll need (training can be provided where required):
- SLSA Bronze Medallion/Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) - Pool Lifeguard qualifications are also viewed favourably.
- Provide First Aid
- Strong swimming ability, including the ability to swim 400 metres in 8 minutes within a 25 or 50 metre pool.
- Substantial experience and technical knowledge of lifeguarding or similar public safety roles
- An understanding of Surf Life Saving procedures, practices, and policies (desirable)
- A current unrestricted Motor Vehicle Drivers Licence and access to own vehicle
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and Public Holidays (where required)
Location
Western Sydney locations, including Penrith Beach, Parramatta and Bents Basin
Position
Casual shifts available. Monday-Sunday. Summer school holidays through to the end of April.
Surf Life Saving NSW is the state's primary water safety and rescue organisation and one of the largest volunteer movements in the country. We support more than 83,000 members in 129 clubs to serve the community through the provision of beach patrol services, coastal emergency response, training and education, sports and junior development.
We are an EEO employer, and we embrace the diversity of our people.
Please note that only suitably experienced applicants meeting the above criteria will be contacted.
We thank you for your interest in working with SLSNSW.
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Casual Beach Lifeguard - Western Sydney in Penrith employer: Surf Life Saving NSW
Surf Life Saving NSW is an exceptional employer that fosters a positive and supportive work culture, offering flexible and remote working options alongside ongoing learning and development opportunities. Located at the modern SLSNSW Headquarters in Belrose, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that values diversity and provides unique perks such as additional paid leave during the Christmas period and access to fitness discounts. Join us in making a meaningful impact on community safety while enjoying a rewarding career with ample growth potential.
