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 protected 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, youmusthold, or be willing to obtain the followingprior 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:
SelectNSWin 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