Lead Lifeguard | Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre

• Help us get "More Aucklanders more active, more often”
• Enjoy free use of Centre facilities plus a range of other benefits
• Fixed-term, Full-time opportunity role

Lead Lifeguard | Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Our pool and leisure facilities are more popular than ever, and as Lead Lifeguard, for our Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre you will play a key part in ensuring that all customers not only have a fantastic experience but a safe one.
Your main responsibilities will include the following:

• 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.

This is a fixed-term full-time opportunity through to September 2027, covering a period of parental leave. As our centre opens 7 days a week, the ability to work early and late shifts, as well as weekends, is crucial in this role. Availability for extended hours during school holidays and summer is essential for success in this role. Shifts below:

• Sunday: 9:45am-6:15pm amd Monday - ThursdayL 5am-1:30pm. On certain days, the roster may be adjusted as needed.

Please note that you should be available for a 2-week training at West Wave.

• Sep 28 – Oct 9, 2026

He kōrero mōu: About you

You will have a passion for aquatics and a desire to share your knowledge and experience with both customers and colleagues to enhance water safety. As an excellent communicator, you will be dedicated to delivering outstanding aquatic programmes and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Joining an energetic and passionate team, you’ll be a keen team player with a flexible approach and be able to take the initiative to help drive a positive safety culture.

• 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  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We aim to help you upskill and develop, so that you can train and take on other functions within our centres.  Other functions can include being a Recreation Assistant, Fitness Instructor and more.

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!

You can find the position description here

Applications close on Thursday 27 August 2026

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.  

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.