Senior Lifeguard

Hours: Full Time (38 hours), there are also part time roles available
Hourly Rate: $30.26 - $32.98
(Plus allowances and superannuation)

You can view the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website)

About the Orange Aquatic Centre

A purpose built facility completed in 2012, the Aquatic Centre boasts many features including heated indoor and outdoor pools and diving facilities, as well as beach volleyball and basketball courts and a kiosk and Café area.
Open all year round, with aqua aerobics, water polo and a large swim school on site, the Orange Aquatic Centre is a fantastic facility which stands out as an excellent environment to learn and enjoy one of life’s most important skills.

Job/Responsibilities

Reporting to the Duty Supervisor, the Senior Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring high standards of safety and customer service at the Orange Aquatic Centre. This includes:

• Undertaking the supervision of lifeguards including scheduling rotations and breaks, assisting with lifeguard training, responding to escalated issues and undertaking daily checklist/compliance sign off.
• Ensuring Lifeguards undertake assigned duties to the required standard including providing general feedback and advice.
• Undertaking general lifeguard duties including surveillance and supervision of the pol, ensuring patrons are abiding by rules and general cleaning duties. 
• Undertake operational tasks relating to maintenance of water quality and equipment/plant.
• Undertake rescues and emergency interventions in accordance with Centre and Council policies and procedures, RLSSA Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation and industry standards and practices.

This position operates across a 7-day roster including weekend work.

Skills/Experience

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Relevant previous experience in a similar role
• Proven ability to implement high standards of public supervision and safety and the ability to mentor and supervise Lifeguards
• Current RLSSA Pool Lifeguard Licence
• Current Provide First Aid certificate and Current Provide CPR certificate
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)
• Ability to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

What We Offer:

• Valuable on-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements including rostered days off and variable hours.
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
• Free access to EAP services for you and your family
• The chance to contribute to your local community.

To apply, please apply through the Career’s tab on People Hub. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please phone Aquatic Centre Manager, Rachael Stevens, on (02) 6363 3*** or email ***************@orange.nsw.gov.au  

Applications close Sunday 11 February 2024

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.