Lifeguard

POSITIONS OVERVIEW

Lifeguards primarily supervise pool patrons to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience at the facilities, including mentoring and overseeing junior lifeguards. Responsibilities may include performing lifeguarding, rescue, and first aid duties as needed, delivering excellent customer service, and actively monitoring and maintaining swimming pool equipment. Cleaning and maintenance tasks involved to maintain high facility standards, encompassing garden areas, pool grounds, and amenities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Lifeguard positions: Must be available to attend PAID training.

Ability to use electronic timesheet system or willingness to learn.

Proven capacity to work outdoors in the heat for long periods of time.

Current Blue Card or ability to obtain upon commencement – Council will assist with registration fees.

Conduct self in a professional and friendly manner to the public and centre staff.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

HOW TO APPLY

What to include in your application:

To assess your suitability, please provide the following information:

Write a maximum of 2 pages on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities meet the position requirements of the role.

Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years.

Submitting your application:

Submit online at: https://www.mountisa.qld.gov.au/current-vacancies; or

Email Human Resources on hr@mountisa.qld.gov.au

Both word and PDF are accepted file formats.

Please note that:

Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.

Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.