Pool Lifeguard

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YMCA Victoria is hiring a casual Pool Lifeguard at the Boroondara Sports Complex in Balwyn North. The role focuses on supervising a large aquatic space, proactive safety, and friendly service, with duties including intervention, enforcing rules, and educating users about safe practices. Essential qualifications are an Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate (or willingness to obtain), CPR, and First Aid. The position offers up to $34.96 per hour plus super, flexible rostering, and free access to YMCA gyms and centres across Victoria. To apply, click Apply now and share your expression of interest; tailor your resume to highlight your aquatic experience, decision making under pressure, and strong customer service. YMCA Victoria supports diversity and will respond to every applicant.

At the Y our vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. 

As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better. 

About the Centre

The Boroondara Sports Complex (BSC) is a large sports centre, housing three outdoor pools include a heated 50 metre lap pool, a shaded program pool, and a dive pool with a five metre dive tower and one and three metre springboards. BSC is a beautiful centre, located conveniently within walking distance from public transport, with access to childcare and café at a discounted rate. All staff at The Y receive complimentary full membership to any YMCA within Victoria.

About the Role

As a Lifeguard at BSC, you’ll help provide a safe swimming environment for all centre visitors. You’ll be patient, focused and friendly to keep pool-users informed and safe. Duties of the role include:

• Supervising a large aquatic space while pro-actively ensuring a safe environment​ in and around the pool area
• Maintaining concentrated observation of pools and patrons to anticipate and respond to problems
• Ensuring facility rules are being obeyed whilst at the same time educating facility users about safe aquatic practices
• Carrying out intervention and preventative action to ensure the safety and wellbeing of patrons, the facility and equipment

This is a casual position and the hourly rate up to $34.96 + Super.

About You

We are seeking motivated, organised and pro-active Lifeguards to come and join the team. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and all facility users. Other required qualities are:

• Ability to make decisions while under pressure
• Being able to manage conflicts with patrons and users
• Ability to stay alert and vigilant in a repetitive work environment
• Ability to multitask
• Providing excellent customer service for all members and guests
• Experience in the Aquatics and Leisure industry will be highly regarded

Essential Qualifications

• Aquatic Pool Lifeguard Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Benefits

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.

How to Apply 

If this is you, click Apply now and your expression of interest will be shared with the team at the location of your choice. 

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. 

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.