22 Aug
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Greater Hume Council
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Wagga Wagga
22 Aug
Greater Hume Council
Wagga Wagga
About Us
Greater Hume Council is a large rural Council with a focus on
responsibility, growth and sustainability.
We are based in southern New South
Wales, right near the Murray River, bordering Victoria and the local government
areas of Albury, Federation, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga Councils.
We offer a broad range of services such as swimming pools, libraries and
early year's services through to waste collection, planning permits and major
capital works development.
Our staff appreciate our flexible approach to work
life balance and our friendly, inclusive atmosphere.
We enjoy delivering a high
standard of meaningful, varied work to our diverse rural communities.
Now Hiring Pool Lifeguards - ********* Season
Casual Positions, Multiple Locations, November **** to March ****
Are you passionate about water safety and enjoy working outdoors?
Whether you are just starting out as a Lifeguard or already have lifeguarding
experience, we want to hear from you!
We are now recruiting entry level and experienced lifeguards for the
upcoming ********* pool season.
If you are aged 16 or over, enjoy being part of
a team and would like to play a vital role in promoting safety in and around
the water, this could be a summer opportunity for you.
A variety of shifts are
available, ranging from early morning swims from 6am to closing the pool up to
7pm.
We are offering $***** gross per hour (including 25% casual loading)
between Monday to Friday for Lifeguards who are aged 18 or over, plus penalty
rates where they apply.
What You will be Doing
As a Pool Lifeguard, your primary responsibility is ensuring a secure and
enjoyable environment for all pool users.
You will:
Supervise 1-3 pools and the surrounding pool areas
Monitor patron safety both in and around the pool area
Respond promptly and professionally to emergency situations
Report incidents and risks in accordance with safety procedures
Promote water safety and responsible behaviour among patrons.
Required Qualifications and Licences
To be considered for a Pool Lifeguard position, you must hold,
or be willing to obtain the following prior to commencing as a pool
lifeguard:
NSW Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard Certificate
Provide CPR Certificate
Provide First Aid Certificate
Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance - Employee Status
The NSW Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard qualification is an essential requirement, and applicants are required to obtain this qualification at their own expense.
Royal Life Saving NSW offers Pool Lifeguard courses regularly throughout
regional NSW.
Current schedules and enrolment options are available through the
NSW training portal.
Because places are limited and demand is high, it is advisable to
monitor the NSW course calendar frequently and book early when dates are
released.
Visit the
Pool Lifeguard course page:
Select NSW in
the "Find a Pool Lifeguard Course" section.
Review
available dates and locations.
Enrol as
soon as a suitable course becomes available.
What We are Looking For
We are seeking reliable, energetic and safety-focused individuals who
are:
Flexible and available to work throughout the season (November **** to
March ****)
Approachable with good communication skills
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.
Pool Locations
Culcairn
Henty
Holbrook
Walla Walla.
How to Apply
If this is something that you are really interested in and you are ready
to make a difference this summer and help your community enjoy the pool safely,
we are excited to hear from you!
Submit your resume and cover letter today!
If you have any questions about a casual Pool Lifeguard opportunity this
summer, please contact Council's Manager Waste and Facilities, James Waite, on
04•• ••• 091.
Applications close at 12 noon Friday, 25 September ****.Applicants
may be contacted prior to the closing date.
📌 Pool Lifeguard (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Greater Hume Council
📍 Wagga Wagga