Casual Team Member

• Help us get "More Aucklanders more active, more often"
• Enjoy free use of Centre facilities plus a range of other benefits
• Join a diverse team dedicated to making a positive contribution to Aucklanders' health and wellbeing

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Casual Team Member - Lifeguard | Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre

Working as a lifeguard is an opportunity for you to make a real difference in the community. Lifeguards are the key to ensuring a safe environment for our customers and are essential to the successful running of our aquatic facilities. Pool lifeguards are observant, patient, and good with people. Their skill set means they have the confidence to act in a quick, responsible, and calm way.

As a Lifeguard you are responsible for:

• Providing a safe environment through proactive supervision and positive interaction with customers.
• Educating and enforcing pool rules.
• Responding to any First Aid emergencies.
• Ensuring our pool and the surrounding areas are always clean.

We offer flexible, casual work which is rostered over a 7-day roster period, flexibility in your availability will be ideal 

These roles primarily support aquatics. However, candidates should be flexible in assisting with administrative tasks and occasional shift cover for Customer Support and Fitness teams when needed.

If you do not have a PLPC, you will be required to attend the following training dates at our  West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre, Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm: Dec 1 to Dec 12, 2025

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for people who are strong swimmers, dedicated to helping others. To work as a pool lifeguard in New Zealand, you will need to hold a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC).

The first step in becoming a lifeguard for Auckland Council is to be able to pass this swim test.  Please only apply for this position if you feel you can:

• Swim 200m in under 6 minutes. 
• Swim 25m sidestroke.
• Swim 50m breaststroke.
• Retrieve an object from the bottom of the pool. 
• Tread water for 5 minutes 

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for people of all ages who are strong swimmers, with flexibility to work multiple days.

Ideally, you will have a current PLPC Certification – we can help you obtain this through training if you don't currently have this.

To become a lifeguard, you'll need to hold a Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate and a First Aid certificate. Don't worry, if you're a suitable candidate, we'll provide you with the necessary training at no cost. 

In addition to your swimming skills, we're looking for individuals with proven administration and communication skills, a track record of providing outstanding customer service, and excellent maturity and reliability. 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

Tono Mai: Apply Now

You can find the position description here: *Official role title is Team Member

Salary range: 28.95/hr (Iiving wage)

Applications close Monday 17 November

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.