**Vacancy Details**:
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- **Casual, ongoing role**:
- **Multiple positions available**:
- **$35.72 per hour (including 25% casual loading) + 11.5% Superannuation**
- Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world's most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity. At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here._
Together we Make the Difference** #teamMelbourne**
**How this position will Make the Difference to City of Melbourne**
As a Lifeguard, you will create a protected and enjoyable environment for all visitors while delivering exceptional service across the facility. Your primary responsibilities will include supervising aquatic areas, minimising risks, educating customers on water safety, and responding swiftly to emergencies.
You will undertake various daily activities that support the day-to-day operation of the aquatic areas in accordance with established procedures and standards. You will play an active role in implementing any procedures developed in the aquatic supervision space and supporting the implementation of safety protocols and promoting awareness of water safety.
We are looking for someone who will thrive in the recreation environment and who has a passion for lifeguarding.
By joining us, you will become part of a remarkable team who work in a constructive and inclusive culture to shape the future of this city.
Together, we champion difference, celebrate achievement and recognise positive impact.
**Selection Criteria**
- Ability to demonstrate and display City of Melbourne Values - integrity, courage, accountability, respect and excellence for self and others, and striving for excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to comply with operating policies and procedures whilst positively contributing to process improvement.
- The role requires lifeguards to be able to undertake the requirements in the pool lifeguard qualification and the Royal Life Saving Society lifeguarding manual.
- A current Pool Lifeguard certificate and experience supervising patrons at an aquatic facility
- A current Provide First Aid certificate
**To be eligible for this role, you must have the following (or willingness to obtain prior to appointment)**:
- Provide First Aid Certificate, HLTAID009, HLTAID010, HLTAID011
- Pool Lifeguard Certificate (including CPR HLTAID009) SISCAQU002, SISCAQU006, SISCAQU007
- Working with Children Check
Please note: to be eligible for this role you will be required to satisfactorily clear a medical check (which will be organised by City Of Melbourne) before the position can be offered.
**How to apply**
- Attach your resume
- Attach a separate cover letter answering the following questions
- Do you hold a current and valid First Aid Certificate
- Do you hold a current and valid Pool Lifeguard Certificate
- Do you hold or are you willing to obtain a Working With Children certificate?
Please address your covering letter to **Christian Paynter
- (Acting) Aquatic Supervision Team Leader**
**Applications will be accepted up until 11:45pm Sunday December 1st**
**Shortlisted applicants will need to be available for a group assessment
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