About State Sport Centres The Victorian State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) operates and maintains over $1 billion in assets including four of Australia’s largest multi‑sport venues: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), the State Netball and Hockey Centre (SNHC), Lakeside Stadium (incorporating the State Athletics Centre), and Knox Regional Sports Park including the State Basketball Centre (SBC).

Unlike other major international venues, SSCT facilities provide access for everyone, from elite and professional athletes to school and community participants, 7 days a week, up to 16 hours a day.

Through this access‑for‑all approach, SSCT makes a unique and significant contribution to Victoria’s sport sector.

Four workplace values underpin everything we do:

Teamwork, Safety, Excellence & Respect.

About the role: Lifeguard As a

Lifeguard , your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of all patrons across our aquatic facilities. You will provide a high standard of supervision, proactively prevent incidents, and respond effectively to emergencies when required.

We're looking for summer casuals to work across September to February!

Key responsibilities include:

Providing vigilant and proactive supervision of aquatic areas to ensure safe use by all patrons

Anticipating risks and responding quickly to incidents, including performing rescues and emergency procedures

Delivering first aid and emergency care when required

Enforcing facility rules and conditions of entry to maintain a safe environment





Educating patrons on water safety practices and promoting safe behaviours

Supporting recognised safety programs such as Watch Around Water and Swim Safe

Completing operational duties such as equipment setup, cleaning, and event support (outside of active supervision)

Maintaining accurate incident reports and adhering to aquatic operations procedures

Delivering excellent customer service in a diverse and dynamic environment

Participating in ongoing training, including mandatory in‑service sessions and skill development

Required skills and qualifications:

Experience in a customer service or service‑based role

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to remain alert, professional, and calm under pressure

Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Essential qualifications:

Current Pool Lifeguard qualification (SISSS00111)

Provide First Aid certificate

Current CPR certification

Valid Working with Children Check (Employee)

Australian working rights

Shortlisted candidates may be subject to pre‑employment screenings, including criminal record, social media, and adverse media checks.

Our Patrons and Teams





Be surrounded by elite athletes while supporting world‑class events and community sport

Work in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same

Join a supportive, energetic team passionate about sport and safety

Our Venues

Free parking

MSAC Gym and Performance Membership (plus family/friends discounts)

Discounts at SSCT food, beverage, and retail outlets

Complimentary casual court hire across SSCT venues

Our Workplace

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program for mental health support

Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Recognition through our Values in Action program

SSCT values diversity, is an equal chance employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities.

The State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children of young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have a zero tolerance for racism, child abuse, discrimination and inequality. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment.

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📌 Lifeguard (Port Phillip City)
🏢 State Sport Centres
📍 Port Phillip City