Casual Lifeguard Positions
Hourly rate of $ Superannuation
Position Location: Glen Waverley / Oakleigh / Clayton
Applications close 22 February 2026
The City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.
Our Active Monash Leisure Centres are highly regarded throughout the Aquatic and Recreation Industry, attracting over 1.5 million attendances per annum. Active Monash prides itself on an inclusive and diverse working environment, encouraging members to 'Participate Their Way' and providing services for all members of our community.
Our Lifeguard's primary role is to supervise guests who are engaged in aquatic activities at Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre, Clayton Aquatics and Health Club and Oakleigh Recreation Centre and to ensure the provision of a safe and secure venue for our patrons.
About The Position
Casual Lifeguard opportunities exist for dynamic, motivated and suitably experienced individuals to become part of the Lifeguard team at the Active Monash leisure facilities. Applicants will have a strong commitment to providing a customer focused, friendly and safe aquatic environment for all guests engaged in aquatic activities within the centres.
Skills And Experience
Relevant qualifications (Pool Lifeguard Award, Senior First Aid and CPR) and experience in Lifeguarding and supervising aquatic environments
Sound customer service skills and ability to respond to customer complaints
Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Demonstrated ability to effectively maintain control and concentration over a dynamic workplace
Good written and verbal communication skills
Applicants need only apply if they are available for a variety of daytime, night and weekend shifts as well as readily available over the summer period
Requirements
Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Level 2 Workplace First Aid
CPR Qualification
Employee Working with Children's Check (if applicable)
Satisfactory National Police Check
Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements
Benefits
As a City Of Monash Employee, Your Personal And Professional Development Is a Key Focus For Us. You Will Have Access To
Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
Vibrant health and well-being programs
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Flexible working arrangements
Training and development opportunities
Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres
Apply for this amazing opportunity
Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.
Applications close 22 February 2026 at 11:55pm.
If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Michelle Fyfe on or at
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.