• Temporary – Part Time
• Become a vital part of our team and help us keep our beaches safe. Your expertise and dedication can make all the difference. Lake Mac City Council – Committed to Safety, Excellence, and Community
• Take on a career that keeps you fit and makes a positive difference
• Contribute to the safety and enjoyment of the community
• Enjoy work-life balance with part-time hours

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Lake Mac City Council has a temporary position available for a qualified and experienced Lifeguard to join our team. Our Senior Beach Lifeguards oversee water safety functions at four patrolled beaches located on the east side of Lake Macquarie: Redhead, Blacksmiths, Caves Beach and Catherine Hill. Key focus areas of the role include monitoring water, land and weather conditions and concentrated observations of the primary areas, first response to medical emergencies, first aid and rescues with the use of appropriate equipment, informing the public to maintain a high safety standard and displaying appropriate signage to minimize risk to beach-goers. The role is also responsible for mentoring and supervising casual lifeguard staff and delivering education programs across our community on beach and water safety.

Seasonal part-time until April 2025. Shifts are based on a 7-day roster with shifts rostered across the beaches within Lake Macquarie and shifts may also involve travel to surrounding areas. 

As part of the interview and selection process, candidates will be required to undertake a practical skill and fitness assessment which will assess swimming ability, conditions assessment, watercraft technique, resuscitation technique, fitness level and endurance. 

Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Conditions of Employment include:

• Shift work / weekend work
• Travel across multiple sites

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

We are looking for experienced Lifeguards with a love for people, safety, fitness and the beach. Our ideal candidates are engaging, professional and personable with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people while supporting, supervising and mentoring our junior lifeguards. With a high level of awareness and excellent customer service skills, you will provide clear direction and advice to team members and beach-goers to ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness and behaviour are maintained to prevent potential issues from arising and for all to enjoy our beautiful beach locations. You must also meet the following criteria:

• Current Apply First Aid Certificate, or equivalent from a registered training provider
• Current Advanced Resuscitation Certificate (incl Oxygen and Defibrillation), or equivalent, from a registered training provider
• Current Spinal Management Course, or equivalent, from a registered training provider
• Certificate III Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue)
• Extensive experience in ‘feet in the sand’ Professional Beach Lifeguarding
• Demonstrated ability operating 4WD/ATV and Jet ski
• Satisfactory completion of all fitness and skill requirements outlined in Department Local Government – Practice Note 15
• Current Working with Children check
• Class C Driver’s licence

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

• Competitive salary from $36.51 to $42.42 per hour including industry-leading 12% superannuation
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible rosters that consider your preferences and availability
• Free parking within walking distance of work site
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Fun, friendly and supportive work environment
• Plus more!

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in
• Practical skill and fitness assessments will be held Monday 15 July 2024
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Christopher Wilson, Team Leader Beach Lifeguards on 4069 0034 or via email [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Beach Lifeguard enquiry via EthicalJobs
• If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, 4069 0083 or via email [email protected]
• We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
• To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment.