Lead Lifeguard | Moana-Nui-A-Kiwa (Māngere)

Lead Lifeguard | Moana-Nui-A-Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Moana-Nui-A-Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre is one of Auckland’s leading recreation facilities, and we’re looking for a passionate and safety-focused Lead Lifeguard to join our team. In this role, 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 an on-site position. We are looking to fill a full-time position covering maternity leave till end of May 2026. 

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.

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.

You’ll need to hold a current First Aid Certificate as well as a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including the option of a Zoo pass and a range of partnership discounts. And as a Leisure Centre employee, you will enjoy free use of the facilities.

We are committed to promoting a workplace that respects the contributions of everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. Our goal is to pursue an inclusive environment where every individual is appreciated and empowered to express their selves at work. We welcome all applications, help us get 'More Aucklanders more active, more often'!"

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

You can find the position description here

Starting rate: $30.02/h 
Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is in addition to the base salary offered.

Applications close: Sunday 2 Nov 2025 at 23:59

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.  

Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.