Lifeguards

About Us

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

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With the weather warming up and summer just around the corner, now is a great time to join our Aquatics team as a Lifeguard – either as part  of our Casual team or Permanent Part time.

In this role, you will help create a safe, welcoming and enjoyable experience for all visitors at the Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths. Safety is your top priority as you monitor pool activities, encourage safe behaviour and respond quickly and effectively to incidents or emergencies.

Working across both facilities, you will also assist with customer service, cleaning and general facility upkeep to ensure our centres remain clean, safe and inviting for the community.

We are seeking applicants who are available to work during the day. Training and qualifications, including First Aid and Pool Lifeguard certification, can be provided to successful applicants, who are willing to obtain.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, is passionate about aquatics and is committed to delivering outstanding customer service while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

Roles Available 

Part-time 12 Hours per week plus  Casual roles

 What We can offer you:

• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs.
• Training and development opportunities

 What we trust you to deliver:

• Maintain a strong focus on safety and awareness to help create a safe environment for all patrons.
• Take initiative, be reliable, and contribute positively to the day-to-day operation of the facility.
• Communicate effectively with patrons, team members and other stakeholders.
• Build positive relationships through respectful, friendly and professional interactions.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service and community outcomes.

• First Aid Certificate (willing to obtain)
• Royal Life Pool Lifeguard Certificate  (willing to obtain)
• Working With Children Check
• Drivers Licence
• Royal Life Pool Bronze Medallion (Desirable)

Full position description: Click here

Permanent  Part-Time (2408) : 12 Hours per week – (Option to be fixed term until May 2027 if desired)

Salary: A salary range from $32.5711 - $34.5253  per hour + superannuation

Casual Multiple Roles - wage as above plus casual loading 

Closing date:  Monday 9 November 2026 at 4.00pm 

Contact: If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Thomas Andrews-Engle, Facility Support Lead on 02 6625 5370.

Considering relocating for this opportunity?

Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience, a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas click the link to find out more.

Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements OR Conditions of employment are in the Lismore City Council Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths Enterprise Agreement 2015 (Agreement), and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may/will include health assessments (such as functional fitness, audio, chest x-ray, spirometry, drug testing), validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

Working with Children Check: In accordance with the requirement for 'Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working with Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the 'Clearance to Work with Children' provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.