Lifeguard | Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre

Lifeguard | Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pool and Leisure Centre

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Working as a lifeguard is an opportunity for you to make a real difference in the community. Lifeguards are the key to ensuring a safe environment for our customers and are essential to the successful running of our aquatic facilities. Pool lifeguards are observant, patient, and good with people. Their skill set means they have the confidence to act in a quick, responsible, and calm way.

Your main responsibilities will include:

· Providing guidance on and supporting the delivery of aquatics-based programmes.

· General lifeguarding duties to ensure customers are safe and looked after,

· Supporting the Team Leader with day-to-day operations at the Centre."

· Supporting other function of the wider team as required

We currently have a permanent full-time position (40 hours). Our centre opens from 5am to 9:15pm during the week and 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday. The ability to work early morning, late evening, and weekends are crucial.

Shift times below:

· Tuesday, 12:45-9:15pm

· Wednesday, 12:45-9:15pm

· Thursday, 10:30-7pm

· Friday, 10:30-7pm

· Saturday, 9-5:30pm

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for people of all ages who are strong swimmers, with flexibility to work multiple days.

To become a lifeguard, you'll need to hold a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate and a First Aid certificate. Don't worry, if you're a suitable candidate, we'll provide you with the necessary training at no cost. Training dates will be at our West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre, Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm: Feb 2nd to Feb 13th, 2026.

The first step in becoming a lifeguard for Auckland Council is to be able to pass this swim test. Please only apply for this position if you feel you can:

· Swim 200m in under 6 minutes.

· Swim 25m sidestroke.

· Swim 50m breaststroke.

· Retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool.

· Tread water for 5 minutes

In addition to your swimming skills, we're looking for individuals with proven administration and communication skills, a track record of providing outstanding customer service, and excellent maturity and reliability.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of. As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Click the link to access the Position Description; The Official role title is Team Member

Pay Rate: $28.95 p/h

 
Applications close Thursday, 22nd January

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and well-being of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting and a drug test before commencing employment.