Pool Lifeguard

Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

We are now recruiting a number of casual Pool Lifeguards to help deliver safe, welcoming and high-quality aquatic services across our Leisure and Aquatic centres - Birrong, Roselands and Max Parker.

The role

We are seeking enthusiastic and qualified Pool Lifeguards to join our team on a casual basis.

In this role, you will supervise aquatic areas, support customer safety, respond to incidents and help create a positive experience for our community across Council's aquatic facilities.

Shifts may be available Monday to Sunday across a range of operating hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Supervise pool areas safely and attentively in line with supervision plans and procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to visitors, families and patrons.
• Enforce water safety rules, including the "Keep Watch @ Public Pools" program.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents and first aid situations.
• Support a clean, safe and welcoming aquatic centre environment.
• Work collaboratively with the Leisure and Aquatic Services team.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have:

• Current RLSSA Pool Lifeguard Certificate.
• Current First Aid certificate.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Current Working with Children Check, if you are 18 years or over.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Evidence of full unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Recruitment process

Shortlisted applicants may be invited to complete online screening/testing and attend an Engagement Centre as part of the recruitment process.

Key dates:

• Applications close from Friday 14th August 2026
• Online testing issued from Monday 17th of August 2026
• Engagement Centre (Group recruitment session) set to begin from 24th August 2026.

Pre-employment checks will include reference checks, verification of qualifications and clearances, and a medical assessment. Applicants should ensure their Pool Lifeguard qualification, First Aid, CPR and Working with Children Check (if over 18), are current and ready to provide.

Successful applicants are expected to commence from September 2026.

The rate for this opportunity starts at $39.23 per hour, including casual loading, plus AWCA 1 allowance and 12% super.

What's on offer

• Casual shifts across multiple CBCity's aquatic centres.
• Flexible hours, including weekday and weekend shifts.
• Be part of a supportive Leisure and Aquatic Services team.
• Help keep our community safe in and around the water.
• Access to staff wellbeing and development initiatives.

For more information, please contact Emily Massih - Team Leader Leisure and Aquatic Operations at ••••@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

How to apply

Submit your application via the ‘Apply' button below and upload your resume and cover letter.

Applications close Friday 14th August 2026

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require support with your application or throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at ••••@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Applicants must hold Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.