Pool Lifeguard

Job Overview Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible. Job Description Casual $44.66 per hour plus Superannuation Include your availability Monday‑Sunday as part of your application in your CV The position of lifeguard is responsible for providing high quality aquatic and recreation opportunities to residents and visitors in a safe, friendly and welcoming environment through the provision of professional aquatic supervision and service. Responsibilities Ensure the Health and Safety of all members of the public using the facility by adhering to the Royal Lifesaving Society ‘Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations’ and other relevant guidelines and regulations, policies and procedures. Maintain appropriate aquatic supervision at all times through continued observation of the aquatic areas in line with pool lifeguard training, handbooks and processes. Take an active role educating the public on aquatic safety through informal discussions. Educate users on aquatic safety including rule enforcement in line with the relevant procedures. Ensure all standards relevant to lifeguard operations are maintained at all times. The employee is always well presented, portrays a professional image through positive body language and posture and the uniform is worn in accordance with policy. Ensure equipment is placed in an appropriate location at commencement of duty and is used and maintained in line with protocols. Equipment is checked daily for wear, tear and damage and any deficiency is reported to the Duty Supervisor or Team Leader Aquatic Operations immediately. Ensure satisfactory completion of all pool duties required during each shift and that the recording of data and information is accurate, complete, and entered in accordance with set procedures. Complete in an accurate and timely manner all incident reports. Skills and Experience Ability to maintain concentration and alertness during extended periods of duty during the aquatic environment. Effective communication with a variety of individuals and community groups, demonstrating a practical ability for achieving positive outcomes. Ability to effectively convey water safety education to customers. Demonstrated ability to perform and demonstrate first aid, water safety & rescue skills and resuscitation appropriately and effectively. Courteous, friendly, and professional manner. Knowledge of public health and safety issues. Understanding of pool hygiene. Required Certifications & Qualifications Current Pool Lifeguard Award Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate Current CPR Certificate Demonstrated experience in providing high quality customer service. Current Working with Children Check (Employee) Why Hume City Council? A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values: We’re better, every day : We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn. We’re in it together : At Hume, everyone matters. We welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected. We show up : We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will. All for Hume : We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do. We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Equality Statement A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply. All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #J-18808-Ljbffr