Lifeguard | Manuwera Pool

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Auckland Council is hiring permanent part-time lifeguards for Manuwera Pool in Auckland to deliver safe, welcoming aquatic experiences through proactive supervision, rule enforcement and prompt first aid. The role requires flexibility to work early mornings, late nights and weekends as the centre operates year-round, with shifts from 5:30am to 9:00pm and a 16 to 40 hour week. Ideal candidates are strong swimmers who can pass the required swim test and hold a current PLPC and First Aid certificate. This position offers development pathways into the Aquatics Industry with training and free facility access; pay is 28.95+ per hour. Apply by 24 Feb 2026; emphasize customer service, reliability, and willingness to work varied shifts, ensure your certificates are current and review the job description.

• Help us get "More Aucklanders more active, more often”
• Foot in the door to the Aquatics Industry and great development pathways! 
• Free use of our facilities, including Sauna, Pools, and Spas!

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Working as a lifeguard is an opportunity for you to make a real difference in the community. Lifeguards are the key to ensuring a safe environment for our customers and are essential to the successful running of our aquatic facilities.

Pool lifeguards are observant, patient, and good with people. Their skill set means they have the confidence to act in a quick, responsible, and calm way.

As a Lifeguard, you are responsible for:

• Providing a safe environment through proactive supervision and positive interaction with customers
• Educating and enforcing pool rules
• Responding to any First Aid emergencies
• Ensuring our pool and the surrounding areas are always clean

We are looking for permanent part time lifeugards working from 16 to 40 hours a week.

As our centre operates 7 days a week (varies from 5:30am to 9:00pm), the ability to work early morning, late night, and weekends is vital.

The ideal candidate would be able to have flexibility to work across a variety of shifts Monday – Sunday.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for strong swimmers, who are dedicated to helping others.

The first step in becoming a lifeguard for Auckland Council is to be able to pass this swim test.  Please only apply for this position if you feel you can:

• Swim 200m in under 6 minutes 
• Swim 25m sidestroke
• Swim 50m breaststroke
• Retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool 
• Tread water for 5 minutes 

Flexibility, reliability and a commitment to working early, late, and weekend shifts are essential.

To work as a pool lifeguard in New Zealand, you will need to hold a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC).

For these positions, you MUST have a current First Aid Certificate and a current Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC) to be considered.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You will receive dedicated training and development opportunities to help advance your career. Additionally, as part of our team, you will gain access to numerous benefits and discounts designed to enhance your overall experience. To learn more about our comprehensive employee benefits package, click this link 

We are committed in promoting a workplace that respects the contributions of everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or background. Our goal is to pursue an inclusive environment where every individual is appreciated and empowered to express their selves at work. We welcome all applications, help us get 'More Aucklanders more active, more often'!"

Tono Mai: Apply Now!
You can find the position description here
Pay rate: $28.95+ /hr
Application closes: 24 Feb 2026 at 23:59

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.  

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.  

Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.