Lifeguard (Casual - Summer Season)

Lifeguard (Casual - Summer Season)

Closing date: 30/08/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Ballarat Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre

Department: Community Wellbeing

Compensation: Hourly Rate AUD $33.29 - $35.38

Employment type: Casual

Work Arrangement: On-site

• 10 Summer Casual positions available
• Band 3 salary $33.29 - $35.38 per hour, plus 25% casual loading and superannuation
• Junior rates will apply under the age of 21 years

About the role

This position will work at Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre and across the City of Ballarat Seasonal Outdoor Pools (open approximately Oct-March) providing lifeguarding services. Responsible for the supervision of aquatic users and ensuring their safety, this position will also require some cleaning and general administration duties. Through high levels of customer service and communication this position will enhance the aquatic experience of the people of Ballarat.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Hold a current Statement of Attainment with the SISSS00133 – Pool Lifeguard skill set or willingness to attain.
• Hold a current Statement of Attainment with the HLTAID003 or HLTAID011 – Provide first aid skill set or willingness to attain.
• Experience in Lifeguard duties preferred but not required
• Understanding appropriate response and action to emergency and/or first aid incidents.
• Demonstrated understanding of reporting and responding to hazards and issues of safety in a swimming pool environment.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check if over 18 years of age.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.
• Roster flexibility (Hours are between 5am – 9:15pm weekdays & 5am – 6:15pm weekends).

How to Apply

Click on the ‘Apply Online’ button and upload your resume

For further information on the above position contact Allan Glenwright, Aquatic Services Team Leader, on 0418 956799.

Next Steps:

To apply please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is Sunday 30 August 2026. Please ensure that you provide a cover letter and current resume.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check. 

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at peopleandculture@ballarat.vic.gov.au

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.