This is a female only Identified position,
classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act
2010. This position is required to enable Council to deliver culturally safe
programs. Only female applicants are eligible to apply.
* Two permanent
part time opportunities (working on Sundays from 7pm to 9:45pm).
* Supportive
and energetic work environment
* Personal
and professional development opportunities
Join Our
Team as a Pool Lifeguard
This position supports the delivery of
Councils Women's Only programs in a culturally safe environment at Ivanhoe Aquatic center. This position may also
be required to work at other locations/and deliver other programs.
You'll
be working in an inclusive and engaging culture, making a difference to the
community and getting more people more active more often.
Why
you'll love this role and what you'll do:
You'll be working in a fun, supportive, and professional
team environment where you will be making a difference by keeping our community
safe in the water. You'll supervise
the pool ensuring safety and compliance, as well as increasing accessibility
for culturally diverse communities. You'll:
* Supervise the pool environment and ensure
the participants in the aquatic spaces act in a responsible and safe manner.
* Undertake supervision, rescues and
emergency intervention in accordance with industry standards, policy guidelines
and accepted practice.
* Develop and maintain a professional and
friendly relationship with all aquatic program participants.
* Record and report all incidents
and accidents that take place in any of the aquatic facilities to the Aquatics
Coordinator.
What you'll bring/what we are looking for:
* This is a female only
Identified Position, classified under 'special measures' of section 12 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 2010.
* Practical knowledge of pool supervision,
water safety, water education, first aid, resuscitation, rescue techniques and
public safety requirements.
* Strong verbal communication and assertiveness skills,
* A strong customer service orientation in
dealings with patrons, members and residents.
* Sound liaison skills in dealings with
aquatic facility staff, Council staff and management.
* Current Defibrillation Certificate is
desirable.
What's on offer
* $35.58 to $ 37.33 per hour plus super, depending on experience.
* Consistency in shifts, working on a permanent
part time basis.
* Supportive and engaging team.
* Benefits include personal development and
access to gym facilities.
Mandatory Qualifications:
* CPR certificate.
* Current RLSS / Life Saving Victoria
Pool Lifeguard certificate.
* Current
Level 2 First Aid.
Pre employment checks:
* Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
(NCCHC).
* Pre-Employment
Medical Check.
* Working
with children check.
How to apply:
Applications close: 27 December 2025at11.45pm.Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing why
you are interested in the position.
For further details about this position, please take a look
at the position description. If you have any questions, please call Ella
Brennan on for a confidential chat.
Why choose Banyule?Join a dedicated team
committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council,
you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse
stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive,
collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise
will be valued and rewarded.
Banyule City Council is an Equal
Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome
candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support,
or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application
or
Our Values: Our employees align their careers with
Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility,
initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development
culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community. You
will share our values and have a passion for helping a community of over
130,000 residents to live happier, healthier and more connected lives, all
while growing your skills and advancing your career. We look forward to you
starting the next chapter of your career at Banyule Council.
Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of
diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders.
We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone:
principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an
inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing
gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace
Gender Equality Action Plan
Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule
City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as
Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in
the area and have been an integral part of the region's history.
Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the
Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to
a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule
City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and
well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All
allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a
child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment
where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will
actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in
decisions that affect their lives.