Description
Summary:
This hands-on role involves supervising swimmers, assisting with facility upkeep, and supporting aquatic programs in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
Highlights:
1. Positive and supportive team environment
2. Career progression and development opportunities
3. Access to pool facility for personal fitness
This is a hands-on role where you’ll be part of the day-to-day running of the facility – keeping it safe, clean, and welcoming for all ages.
You’ll supervise swimmers, assist with facility upkeep, support aquatic programmes, and ensure the pool environment is positive and well-maintained. You’ll need to bring solid experience, a safety-first approach, and a great attitude to teamwork.
Type of Employment:
* Full-time, permanent position
* Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week (typically 35–40 hours)
* Rostered shifts across weekdays, weekends, public holidays, and early or late starts
Job Description
Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:
* Supervise pool users and enforce pool rules to ensure safety
* Provide friendly and professional customer service
* Complete daily water testing and assist with cleaning and general maintenance
* Support swim school programmes, events, and school bookings
* Respond to incidents and provide first aid when required
* Work collaboratively as part of the team and follow direction from senior staff
* Keep required certifications up to date and participate in ongoing training
Hours of Work:
* Minimum of 30 hours guaranteed per week
* Rostered across 7 days, including weekend, public holiday and early/late shifts
Desired Skills and Experience
Minimum Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
* Hold a current Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC)
* Hold a current Comprehensive or Workplace First Aid Certificate (NZQA Units 6400, 6401, and 6402)
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an aquatic or recreation environment
* Good level of physical fitness and confident in the water
* Clear communicator with a professional and friendly manner
* Able to remain calm under pressure and follow procedures
* Must have the legal right to work in New Zealand
In Return, the Successful Applicant Will Receive:
* Training support to maintain or renew your PLPC
* Training support for Comprehensive/Workplace First Aid (6400, 6401 & 6402)
* Competitive market remuneration
* Career progression and development opportunities – e.g. New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics – Pool Lifeguard (Level 3), swim teaching, swim skills, trainer assessor, aqua fitness
* A positive and supportive team environment
* Regular, stable work hours
* Access to the pool facility for your own fitness and training
* Access to the organisation’s Social Club
Ready to take the next step in your aquatic career?
Apply now or get in touch if you’d like more information.